How long do planning decisions take near East End (ME12)?

The average planning decision time near East End (ME12) is 43 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 East End (ME12)?

The planning approval rate near East End (ME12) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near East End (ME12)?

The most common type of planning application near East End (ME12) is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near East End (ME12)?

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East End (ME12), Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near East End (ME12), Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

Planning applications in East End (ME12) are administered by Swale Borough Council. View the full Swale Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About East End (ME12)

The East End of London is a historic region that forms the core of East London, situated east of the City of London's ancient walls and north of the River Thames. While its exact boundaries are not universally defined, the River Lea is often considered its eastern limit, with some areas overlapping into Central London. The phrase "East of Aldgate Pump" is commonly used to refer to this vibrant and diverse area, making it relevant for those researching planning applications within its scope.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £348,725 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Swale
Parliamentary constituency: Sittingbourne and Sheppey
LSOA: Swale 004E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near East End (ME12).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near East End (ME12).

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 East End (ME12) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of East End (ME12) in Kent

Property prices in East End (ME12) show an average sale price of £348,725, 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 East End (ME12) a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around East End (ME12) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Sheppey Cliffs and Foreshore SSSI; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Outer Thames Estuary. 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 East End (ME12)

In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near East End (ME12). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near East End (ME12) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near East End (ME12) were full planning applications (6), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 33% 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, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.

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