Eythorne, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Eythorne, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
About Eythorne
Eythorne is a civil parish and quaint village situated 7.3 miles north-northwest of Dover in Kent, encompassing a population of around 2,500, including nearby Barfrestone and Elvington. While not classified as a former pit village, it is located close to the now-closed Tilmanstone colliery, which ceased operations in 1986. Today, Eythorne serves as a residential area for many who commute to employment hubs in Dover, Deal, and Canterbury, making it a relevant location for those interested in planning applications.
Population: 2,563 (2021)
District: Dover
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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: Folkestone and Hythe
- Parliamentary constituency: Ashford
- LSOA: Folkestone and Hythe 001B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Eythorne.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Eythorne.
- 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 Eythorne based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
18 planning applications found near Eythorne.
- - Albion House The Street Eythorne CT15 4BG
T1 - Re-pollard one lime tree close to corner of house
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - - South View Flax Court Lane Eythorne Kent CT15 4AB
Erection of deatched bungalow
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - Land Rear Of 2 And 4 Green Lane Eythorne CT15 4DD
Discharge of condition 3 (Materials), 4 (Landscaping scheme), 9 (Landscape/Ecological Management Plan), 10 (Scheme of Biodiversity Enhancement) pursuant to application 24/00604 - Erection of 2 detache
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - Land Rear Of 2 And 4 Green Lane Eythorne CT15 4DD
Discharge of Biodiversity Gain Plan pursuant to application - 24/00604 Erection of 2 detached dwellings, driveway, parking and parking at no 2 (existing garage/sheds to demolished)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - The Hollies 20 Wigmore Lane Eythorne CT15 4AW
Erection of detached double garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - 2 Crown Cottages The Street Eythorne CT15 4BG
Re-pollard back to previous pollard pruning points of one Lime (T1) situated within a conservation area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-02-01
View full details - - Land Rear Of 6 & 8 Sandwich Road Eythorne CT15 4AA
Discharge of Biodiversity Gain Plan pursuant to application 24/00591 - Erection of 2 dwellings
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dover | Date: 2025-10-21
View full details - - 10 Monkton Court Lane Eythorne CT15 4BH
Erection of a single storey rear extension and front porch, insertion of window/door to side elevations and replacement windows (existing conservatory to be demolished)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2025-07-22
View full details - - 96 Sandwich Road Eythorne Dover Kent CT15 4DQ
Discharge of condition 5 (archaeology) pursuant to application 23/01147 Erection of 2 dwellings, parking and vehicular accesses
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Dover | Date: 2025-07-16
View full details - - Ivy Cottage The Street Eythorne CT15 4BG
Erection of an ancillary outbuilding with raised decking (retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2025-05-15
View full details - - 2 Valley View Wigmore Lane Eythorne Dover CT15 4AU
Erection of games room/shed (Demolition of summer house)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2025-03-23
View full details - - 4 Victoria Villas Wigmore Lane Eythorne Dover CT15 4AS
Creation of access and vehicular hardstanding with associated retaining walls
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2025-02-20
View full details - - 16 Green Lane Eythorne Dover Kent CT15 4DD
Discharge of condition 7 (biodiversity) pursuant to application 24/00570 Erection of a detached annexe/workshop with solar panels to roof
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Dover | Date: 2024-11-29
View full details - - Land Rear Of 2 And 4 Green Lane Eythorne CT15 4DD
Erection of 2 detached dwellings, driveway, parking and parking at no 2 (existing garage/sheds to demolished)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2024-09-13
View full details - - 8 Green Lane Eythorne CT15 4DD
Erection of new dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2023-10-12
View full details - - 96 Sandwich Road Eythorne CT15 4DQ
Erection of 2 dwellings, parking and vehicular accesses
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2023-09-20
View full details - - 10 Coronation Villas Chapel Hill Eythorne CT15 4BD
Variation of conditions 2 (approved plans) and 4 (window material) of DOV/22/00844 Erection of two storey rear extension, infill front porch canopy and raised patio) - to allow removal of porch and ra
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Dover | Date: 2023-09-20
View full details - - 96 Sandwich Road Eythorne CT15 4DQ
Erection of a dwelling (existing dwelling and garage demolished)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2023-09-20
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A brief summary of Eythorne in Kent
Eythorne is a civil parish and quaint village situated 7.3 miles north-northwest of Dover in Kent, encompassing a population of around 2,500, including nearby Barfrestone and Elvington. While not classified as a former pit village, it is located close to the now-closed Tilmanstone colliery, which ceased operations in 1986. Today, Eythorne serves as a residential area for many who commute to employment hubs in Dover, Deal, and Canterbury, making it a relevant location for those interested in planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,563 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dover district.
Property prices in Eythorne 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 Eythorne a particularly low-crime area.
Eythorne 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 Eythorne includes 7 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Eythorne 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 Eythorne
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Eythorne. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Eythorne may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 81 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Eythorne were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (5), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
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