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Planning in Frindsbury

Approved
87%
84 of 90 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Frindsbury in the last 24 months, from Medway Council's planning register.

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Around Frindsbury

Postcode districts

ME2 256 applications in the last 12 monthsME1 238 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Medway Council

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About Frindsbury

Frindsbury, located in Kent as part of the Medway Towns conurbation, lies across the River Medway from Rochester and is incorporated within the northern section of Strood. It encompasses both a parish and a manor, with the civil parish of Frindsbury Extra including the villages of Frindsbury, Wainscott, and Upnor. Historically, Frindsbury has also served as an electoral ward in the City of Rochester, highlighting its significance in local governance and planning considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,500. It sits within the Medway district.

Property prices in Frindsbury show an average sale price of £347,190, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Frindsbury 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 Frindsbury a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Frindsbury has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Frindsbury 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Frindsbury, 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, 125 planning applications were submitted near Frindsbury. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (30), discharge of conditions (21), outline applications (10). 7 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Frindsbury?
In the last 24 months, 125 planning applications were submitted near Frindsbury. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Frindsbury?
The average planning decision time near Frindsbury is 56 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 Frindsbury?
The planning approval rate near Frindsbury is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Frindsbury?
The most common type of planning application near Frindsbury is full planning applications, with 30 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Frindsbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Frindsbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.