How long do planning decisions take near Deal?

The average planning decision time near Deal is 53 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 Deal?

The planning approval rate near Deal is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Deal?

The most common type of planning application near Deal is full planning applications, with 50 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Deal?

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Deal, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Deal, Kent.

Kent · England · Town

Planning applications in Deal are administered by Dover District Council. View the full Dover District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Deal

Deal is a coastal town in Kent, located at the confluence of the North Sea and the English Channel, approximately 8 miles northeast of Dover and south of Ramsgate. Historically a fishing, mining, and garrison town, Deal's development has been influenced by its strategic anchorage in the Downs. Nearby Walmer is notable for its historical significance, being a potential site of Julius Caesar's first landing in Britain, which may be relevant for heritage and planning considerations in the area.

Population: 20,342 (2021)

District: Dover

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £353,052 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dover
Parliamentary constituency: Dover and Deal
LSOA: Dover 009A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Deal.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Deal based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

93 planning applications found near Deal.

26/00546 - 18A - 20 High Street Deal CT14 7AE
Display of a non-illuminated fascia sign (retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-06-13
26/00261 - Flat 5 & 6 61 Middle Street Deal CT14 6HT
Replacement windows with timber double glazing to flats 5 & 6
Status: Undecided | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-06-12
- 18A - 20 High Street Deal CT14 7AE
Display of a non-illuminated fascia sign (retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-06-12
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- Flat 5 & 6 61 Middle Street Deal CT14 6HT
Replacement windows with timber double glazing to flats 5 & 6
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-06-10
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26/00491 - Shop To Rear Of 11 Prince Of Wales Terrace Deal Kent CT14 7BX
Variation of Condition 3 (materials) of planning permission 21/01444 (Erection of a three storey attached dwelling with associated parking (existing building to be demolished) to allow use of high qua
Status: Undecided | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-05-27
26/00466 - 47 - 51 London Road Deal CT14 9TF
Installation of 4 parcel collection lockers (retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-05-23
- 47 - 51 London Road Deal CT14 9TF
Installation of 4 parcel collection lockers (retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-05-19
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CON/22/01315/A - 54 Albert Road Deal CT14 9RB
Discharge of condition 8 (surface water drainage), condition 12 (finished ground levels), condition 13 (contamination), condition 18 (asbestos) pursuant to application 22/01315 Erection of a two and a
Status: Undecided | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-05-18
26/00457 - 12 St Georges Road Deal CT14 6BA
Erection of a single storey side extension, alterations to windows/doors to front elevation
Status: Undecided | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-05-15
26/00454 - 47 - 51 London Road Deal Kent CT14 9TF
Display of 1 PID (Price Identity) sign and 1 forecourt canopy fascia sign
Status: Undecided | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-05-15
CON/25/00912/A - 12 King Street Deal Kent CT14 6HX
Discharge of condition 3 (Lead Effect Cladding), 4 (Window and Door Details), 6 (Sound Insulation details), 8 (Suds), 12 (CEMP), 14 (Secure by Design) and 18 (Vents) pursuant to application 25/00912 -
Status: Undecided | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-05-11
CON/25/00666/D - Tides Leisure Centre Park Avenue Deal Kent CT14 9UU
Discharge of condition 8 (external materials), condition 9 (hard surfacing), condition 23 (external lighting) pursuant to application 25/00666 Erection of replacement two-storey leisure building (incl
Status: Approved | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-05-08
TC/26/00061 - 23 Union Road Deal Kent CT14 6EA
Works to trees in a conservation area
Status: Undecided | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-05-07
- Tides Leisure Centre Park Avenue Deal Kent CT14 9UU
Discharge of condition 8 (external materials), condition 9 (hard surfacing), condition 23 (external lighting) pursuant to application 25/00666 Erection of replacement two-storey leisure building (incl
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-05-07
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- Land Rear Of 54 To 58 Blenheim Road Deal Kent
Works to trees in a conservation area
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-05-06
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- 23 Union Road Deal Kent CT14 6EA
Works to trees in a conservation area
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-05-06
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- 120 High Street Deal CT14 6BB
Non-material amendment to planning permission 25/00347 (Insertion of 2 windows to side elevation and display of hanging sign) to repaint render and windows
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-04-23
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- 56 High Street Deal CT14 6HE
Replacement of entrance door
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-04-20
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- 15 Wellington Road Deal CT14 7AL
Erection of a single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-04-20
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- 56 High Street Deal CT14 6HE
Display of 2 non-illuminated fascia signs and 1 non-illuminated projecting sign
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-04-16
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A brief summary of Deal in Kent

Property prices in Deal show an average sale price of £353,052, 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 Deal a particularly low-crime area.

Deal 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Deal includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Sandwich Bay to Hacklinge Marshes SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Sandwich Bay; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Thanet Coast & Sandwich Bay; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Thanet Coast & Sandwich Bay. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Deal 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.

Planning Activity in Deal

In the last 24 months, 131 planning applications were submitted near Deal. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Deal.

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Deal were full planning applications (50), tree works (18), discharge of conditions (17). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 5 large-scale (major) developments, 1 medium-scale application, 113 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 52 applications
Refused: 3 applications
Withdrawn: 2 applications
Awaiting decision: 73 applications

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