How long do planning decisions take near Grove Hill?

The average planning decision time near Grove Hill is 25 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 Grove Hill?

The planning approval rate near Grove Hill is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Grove Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Grove Hill is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Grove Hill?

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Grove Hill, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Grove Hill, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

Planning applications in Grove Hill are administered by Dover District Council. View the full Dover District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £371,260 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dover
Parliamentary constituency: Herne Bay and Sandwich
LSOA: Dover 001A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Grove Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Grove Hill.

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 Grove Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Grove Hill in Kent

Grove Hill is a settlement located in Kent, England.

Property prices in Grove Hill show an average sale price of £371,260, 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 Grove Hill a particularly low-crime area.

Grove Hill has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Lampen Stream, Stodmarsh, Ickham, Wickhambreaux and Seaton, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Grove Hill includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Preston Marshes SSSI, Stodmarsh SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Stodmarsh; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Stodmarsh; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Stodmarsh. 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 Grove Hill

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Grove Hill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 25 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Grove Hill may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 25 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Grove Hill were outline applications (1).

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