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Planning in High Halstow

Approved
96%
23 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of High Halstow in the last 24 months, from Medway Council's planning register.

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About High Halstow

High Halstow is a village and civil parish located on the Hoo Peninsula within the Medway unitary authority in South East England. Previously part of Kent until 1998, it remains ceremonially linked to the county. The population has seen a slight increase, from 1,781 in the 2001 census to 1,807 in 2011, making it a small but growing community relevant for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,023 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Medway district.

Property prices in High Halstow show an average sale price of £347,190, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the High Halstow 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 High Halstow a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around High Halstow has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, High Halstow 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 High Halstow, 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, 29 planning applications were submitted near High Halstow. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near High Halstow?
In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near High Halstow. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near High Halstow?
The average planning decision time near High Halstow is 60 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 High Halstow?
The planning approval rate near High Halstow is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near High Halstow?
The most common type of planning application near High Halstow is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near High Halstow?
You can search and track planning applications near High Halstow on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.