How long do planning decisions take near Coombe?

The average planning decision time near Coombe is 52 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 Coombe?

The planning approval rate near Coombe is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Coombe?

The most common type of planning application near Coombe is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Coombe?

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Coombe, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Coombe, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

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About Coombe

Coombe is a quaint settlement located in Kent, nestled between Ash-next-Sandwich and Woodnesborough. Its strategic position makes it a point of interest for planning applications, as it offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility to nearby towns.

District: Woodnesborough

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £360,040 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dover
Parliamentary constituency: Herne Bay and Sandwich
LSOA: Dover 002D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Coombe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Coombe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Coombe.

- Street Record Coombe Lane Woodnesborough Kent
PROW/DO/121X - Amendment to the length and termination point of public footpath EE196, Woodnesborough
Status: Permitted | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-02-19
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A brief summary of Coombe in Kent

Property prices in Coombe show an average sale price of £360,040, 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 Coombe a particularly low-crime area.

Coombe has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Coombe

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Coombe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Coombe may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Coombe were full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (6), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 53% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 18 smaller schemes were submitted.

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