How long do planning decisions take near Hickmans Green?

The average planning decision time near Hickmans Green is 41 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 Hickmans Green?

The planning approval rate near Hickmans Green is 63%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hickmans Green?

The most common type of planning application near Hickmans Green is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hickmans Green?

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Hickmans Green, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hickmans Green, Kent.

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Area Information

Admin district: Swale
Parliamentary constituency: Faversham and Mid Kent
LSOA: Swale 014B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hickmans Green.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hickmans Green.

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...)
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Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Hickmans Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Hickmans Green.

- Trent Cottage Hickmans Green Boughton Under Blean Kent ME13 9NT
Demolition of an existing single-storey rear extension. Erection of a replacement single-storey rear extension. Form first floor bathroom within a new dormer. Erect a two storey new garage and studio
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2025-12-12
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A brief summary of Hickmans Green in Kent

Hickmans Green is a settlement located in Kent, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Hickmans Green a particularly low-crime area.

Hickmans Green has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: South Street, Staplestreet, Boughton Street. 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 Hickmans Green includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Hickmans Green

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Hickmans Green. Of these, 63% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Hickmans Green.

The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hickmans Green were full planning applications (3), tree works (3), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 30% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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