How long do planning decisions take near Cuxton?

The average planning decision time near Cuxton is 38 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 Cuxton?

The planning approval rate near Cuxton is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Cuxton?

The most common type of planning application near Cuxton is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cuxton?

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Cuxton, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cuxton, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

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About Cuxton

Cuxton is a village located in the Medway unitary authority of South East England, positioned along the left bank of the River Medway within the North Downs. The area is accessible via the A228 and features Cuxton railway station, which connects the village to Strood and Maidstone along the Medway Valley Line. The landscape includes a low valley that rises from the river to the nearby hamlet of Lower Bush, making it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the region.

Population: 2,627 (2021)

District: Medway

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £344,956 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Medway
Parliamentary constituency: Rochester and Strood
LSOA: Medway 004C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cuxton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Cuxton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Cuxton.

- 18 Demelza Close Cuxton Rochester Medway ME2 1ED
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate (proposed) for construction of a detached outbuilding to rear
Type: Outline | Council: Medway | Date: 2026-04-13
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- 6 Wood Street Cuxton Rochester Medway ME2 1LT
Neighbourhood consultation application for the construction of a single storey extension to rear. The details submitted are as follows: The extension will extend beyond the rear wall of the original d
Status: Conditions | Council: Medway | Date: 2026-01-07
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- 54 Ladywood Road Cuxton Rochester Medway ME2 1EP
Construction of gabled pitched roof to sides and replacement of flat roof porch with a hipped roof. Insertion of rooflight and window provided in new roof space.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Medway | Date: 2024-12-10
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- 10 James Road Cuxton Rochester Medway ME2 1DH
Enlargement and resurfacing of vehicle hardstanding area to front together with widening of existing access - partial demolition of existing front boundary wall.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Medway | Date: 2024-05-15
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- 39B Bush Road Cuxton Rochester Medway ME2 1LP
Change of use from hairdressers (Class E) to office for use as a taxi company (Sui Generis)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Medway | Date: 2023-11-22
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A brief summary of Cuxton in Kent

Property prices in Cuxton show an average sale price of £344,956, 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 Cuxton a particularly low-crime area.

Cuxton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Upper Bush. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Cuxton includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cobham Woods SSSI, Halling to Trottiscliffe Escarpment SSSI; 9 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Kent Downs. 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 Cuxton

In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Cuxton. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 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 Cuxton.

The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Cuxton were full planning applications (8), outline applications (5), listed building and heritage (4). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 25 smaller schemes were submitted.

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