How long do planning decisions take near Eastwell Park?

The average planning decision time near Eastwell Park is 76 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 Eastwell Park?

The planning approval rate near Eastwell Park is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Eastwell Park?

The most common type of planning application near Eastwell Park is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Eastwell Park?

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Eastwell Park, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Eastwell Park, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

Planning applications in Eastwell Park are administered by Folkestone And Hythe District Council. View the full Folkestone And Hythe District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Eastwell Park

Eastwell Park is an expansive parkland and country estate located in the civil parish of Eastwell, near Ashford, Kent. Historically owned by the Earls of Winchilsea for over 300 years, it features a variety of significant structures that have housed notable figures, including Sir Thomas Moyle and the Earls of Winchilsea and Nottingham. From 1874 to 1893, it also served as a royal residence for Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh, making it a site of both historical and architectural interest for planning applications in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £438,290 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Folkestone and Hythe
Parliamentary constituency: Ashford
LSOA: Folkestone and Hythe 009D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Eastwell Park.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Eastwell Park based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Eastwell Park.

- Eastwell Manor Hotel, Faversham Road, Boughton Aluph, TN25 4HR
Details submitted pursuant to condition 4 (Implementation of watching brief) of Planning Permission 22/00905/AS
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Ashford | Date: 2023-12-11
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A brief summary of Eastwell Park in Kent

Property prices in Eastwell Park show an average sale price of £438,290, 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 Eastwell Park a particularly low-crime area.

Eastwell Park 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 Eastwell Park includes 17 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 Eastwell Park

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Eastwell Park. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 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 Eastwell Park.

The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Eastwell Park were tree works (3), full planning applications (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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