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Planning in Dean Street

Approved
71%
10 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Dean Street in the last 24 months, from Maidstone Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Dean Street

Postcode districts

ME15 327 applications in the last 12 monthsME17 465 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Maidstone Borough Council

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About Dean Street

Dean Street is a prominent thoroughfare in Soho, central London, extending from Oxford Street to Shaftesbury Avenue. It intersects with Old Compton Street and connects to Frith Street via Bateman Street, making it a key location for planning applications in this vibrant area.

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

The area around Dean Street has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dean Street 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 Dean Street, 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, 42 planning applications were submitted near Dean Street. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), amendments (4), tree works (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Dean Street?
In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Dean Street. The approval rate is 71%.
How long do planning decisions take near Dean Street?
The average planning decision time near Dean Street is 46 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 Dean Street?
The planning approval rate near Dean Street is 71%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Dean Street?
The most common type of planning application near Dean Street is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Dean Street?
You can search and track planning applications near Dean Street on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.