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Planning in Garlinge

Approved
91%
78 of 83 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Garlinge in the last 24 months, from Thanet District Council's planning register.

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Around Garlinge

Postcode districts

CT9 222 applications in the last 12 monthsCT8 40 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Thanet District Council

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About Garlinge

Garlinge is a village located in the Thanet district of Kent, England, just 2 miles (3.2 km) southwest of Margate's town centre. As a suburb of Margate, it offers a blend of residential and community amenities that may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,849. It sits within the Thanet district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Garlinge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Garlinge has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Garlinge, 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, 101 planning applications were submitted near Garlinge. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (53), outline applications (13), tree works (11).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Garlinge?
In the last 24 months, 101 planning applications were submitted near Garlinge. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Garlinge?
The average planning decision time near Garlinge is 81 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 Garlinge?
The planning approval rate near Garlinge is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Garlinge?
The most common type of planning application near Garlinge is full planning applications, with 53 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Garlinge?
You can search and track planning applications near Garlinge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.