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Planning in Hales Place

Approved
94%
90 of 93 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Hales Place in the last 24 months, from Canterbury City Council's planning register.

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About Hales Place

Hales Place is a residential area situated within the civil parish of Hackington, located to the north of Canterbury in Kent. This vibrant community is home to many students from the nearby University of Kent, making it a lively hub for potential planning applications related to housing, amenities, and local infrastructure. It sits within the Canterbury district.

Property prices in Hales Place show an average sale price of £371,260, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hales Place 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 Hales Place a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hales Place has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hales Place 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 Hales Place, 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, 104 planning applications were submitted near Hales Place. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (40), listed building and heritage (16), outline applications (12).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hales Place?
In the last 24 months, 104 planning applications were submitted near Hales Place. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hales Place?
The average planning decision time near Hales Place is 62 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 Hales Place?
The planning approval rate near Hales Place is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hales Place?
The most common type of planning application near Hales Place is full planning applications, with 40 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hales Place?
You can search and track planning applications near Hales Place on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.