How long do planning decisions take near Coomb Hill?

The average planning decision time near Coomb Hill is 61 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 Coomb Hill?

The planning approval rate near Coomb Hill is 60%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Coomb Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Coomb Hill is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Coomb Hill?

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Coomb Hill, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Coomb Hill, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

Planning applications in Coomb Hill are administered by Gravesham Borough Council. View the full Gravesham Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Coomb Hill

Coomb Hill is a prominent feature in the Culter Hills range, situated within the Southern Uplands of Scotland, just west of the village of Tweedsmuir. As the second highest peak in the Culter Hills, it is frequently climbed alongside its northern neighbour, Culter Fell, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and hikers exploring the region. Planning applications in this area may be influenced by its natural landscape and recreational appeal.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £360,370 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Gravesham
Parliamentary constituency: Gravesham
LSOA: Gravesham 012E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Coomb Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Coomb Hill.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Coomb Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Coomb Hill in Kent

Property prices in Coomb Hill show an average sale price of £360,370, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Coomb Hill a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Coomb Hill includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Halling to Trottiscliffe Escarpment SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Kent Downs; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): North Downs Woodlands. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Coomb Hill

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Coomb Hill. Of these, 60% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Coomb Hill.

At 61 days on average, decisions near Coomb Hill slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Coomb Hill were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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