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Planning in Hawkinge

Approved
88%
53 of 58 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Hawkinge in the last 24 months, from Folkestone and Hythe District Council's planning register.

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About Hawkinge

Hawkinge is a town and civil parish located in the Folkestone and Hythe district of Kent, England. Originally, the village was situated less than a mile to the east of its current centre and emerged from the merging of Hawkinge and Uphill, making it a notable area for those researching planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 8,454 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Folkestone and Hythe district.

Property prices in Hawkinge show an average sale price of £303,193, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hawkinge 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 Hawkinge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hawkinge has 13 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hawkinge 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 Hawkinge, 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, 70 planning applications were submitted near Hawkinge. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (25), discharge of conditions (18), tree works (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hawkinge?
In the last 24 months, 70 planning applications were submitted near Hawkinge. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hawkinge?
The average planning decision time near Hawkinge is 54 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 Hawkinge?
The planning approval rate near Hawkinge is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hawkinge?
The most common type of planning application near Hawkinge is full planning applications, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hawkinge?
You can search and track planning applications near Hawkinge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.