Skip to content

Planning in Chislet

Approved
67%
8 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 17 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Chislet in the last 24 months, from Canterbury City Council's planning register.

Decided by Canterbury City CouncilCouncil page

Around Chislet

For home projects and trades

About Chislet

Chislet is a village and civil parish located in northeast Kent, nestled between Canterbury and the Isle of Thanet. As the second largest parish in the district, it encompasses the hamlet of Marshside and boasts predominantly fertile agricultural land, alongside a notable area of marshland in its low-lying sections. This diverse land use may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 924 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Canterbury district.

Chislet covers an area of approximately 18.3 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Chislet area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Chislet a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Chislet has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chislet planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Chislet, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Chislet. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 119 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (3), full planning applications (2), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chislet?
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Chislet. The approval rate is 67%.
How long do planning decisions take near Chislet?
The average planning decision time near Chislet is 119 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Chislet?
The planning approval rate near Chislet is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Chislet?
The most common type of planning application near Chislet is listed building consent applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Chislet?
You can search and track planning applications near Chislet on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.