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Planning in Faversham

Approved
84%
37 of 39 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Faversham

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About Faversham

Faversham is a historic market town located in Kent, England, approximately 8 miles from Sittingbourne and 48 miles from London. Situated near the Swale, which separates mainland Kent from the Isle of Sheppey, Faversham offers convenient access to the A2 road, a key route following the ancient Watling Street, historically significant to both the Romans and Anglo-Saxons. This strategic location makes Faversham an important area for planning applications, catering to both its rich heritage and modern development needs. The town has a population of approximately 20,434 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Swale district.

Property prices in Faversham show an average sale price of £370,540, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Faversham 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 (May 2026). This makes Faversham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Faversham has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Faversham 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.faversham.org/home/home.asp.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Faversham, 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, 157 planning applications were submitted near Faversham. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (43), tree works (26), listed building and heritage (12).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Faversham?
In the last 24 months, 157 planning applications were submitted near Faversham. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Faversham?
The average planning decision time near Faversham is 50 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 Faversham?
The planning approval rate near Faversham is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Faversham?
The most common type of planning application near Faversham is full planning applications, with 43 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Faversham?
You can search and track planning applications near Faversham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.