How long do planning decisions take near Drellingore?

The average planning decision time near Drellingore is 123 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 Drellingore?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Drellingore?

The most common type of planning application near Drellingore is other, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Drellingore?

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Drellingore, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Drellingore, Kent.

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About Drellingore

Drellingore is a picturesque village located in the Alkham Valley of South East Kent, nestled between Folkestone and Dover. Renowned for its outstanding natural beauty, the valley primarily consists of a dry landscape, while the surrounding areas serve as vital water catchments, with water sourced from the chalk aquifer for local use. Drellingore's population is part of the wider civil parish of Alkham, making it an attractive location for planning applications focused on rural development and environmental conservation.

District: Alkham

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £403,680 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dover
Parliamentary constituency: Dover and Deal
LSOA: Dover 014D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Drellingore.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Drellingore based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Drellingore.

- Drellingore Barns Stombers Lane Drellingore Kent CT18 7ER
Discharge of condition 13 a (drawings showing all areas of brickwork), condition 13 e (drawings illustrating proposed eaves and ridge detailing) pursuant to Change of use of and conversion of 2no. far
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dover | Date: 2025-09-12
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- Sunrise Meggett Lane Alkham CT15 7EN
Certificate of Lawfulness (existing) for the continued use of barn for domestic use
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Dover | Date: 2024-01-05
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A brief summary of Drellingore in Kent

Property prices in Drellingore show an average sale price of £403,680, 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 Drellingore a particularly low-crime area.

Drellingore 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 Drellingore includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Alkham, Lydden and Swingfield Woods SSSI; 11 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 Drellingore

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Drellingore. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 123 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 Drellingore.

With an average of 123 days, decisions near Drellingore take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Drellingore were other applications (2), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1).

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