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Planning in Cooling

Only 2 decisions near Cooling in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Cooling in the last 24 months, from Medway Council's planning register.

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About Cooling

Cooling is a quaint village and civil parish located on the Hoo Peninsula, just 6 miles north-northwest of Rochester in Kent. Overlooking the North Kent Marshes, the parish had a population of 209 in the 2001 census, which saw a slight increase to 216 by the 2011 census, making it a small but growing community. This unique location may present various opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 219 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Medway district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Cooling 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 Cooling a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Cooling has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cooling 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 Cooling, 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, 2 planning applications were submitted near Cooling.

The most common types were outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cooling?
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Cooling.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cooling?
The most common type of planning application near Cooling is outline applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cooling?
You can search and track planning applications near Cooling on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.