How long do planning decisions take near Kenardington?

The average planning decision time near Kenardington is 27 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 Kenardington?

The planning approval rate near Kenardington is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Kenardington?

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

How can I track planning applications near Kenardington?

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Kenardington, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kenardington, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

Planning applications in Kenardington are administered by Ashford Borough Council. View the full Ashford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Kenardington

Kenardington is a quaint village located in the Ashford District of Kent, England, serving as the hub of its rural civil parish. Situated 8 miles (13 km) southwest of Ashford along the B2067 road connecting Hamstreet to Tenterden, it offers a unique opportunity for planning applications within a picturesque countryside setting.

Population: 283 (2021) · Area: 7.5 km²

District: Ashford

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £413,876 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Ashford
Parliamentary constituency: Weald of Kent
LSOA: Ashford 012D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kenardington.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kenardington based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

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A brief summary of Kenardington in Kent

Kenardington covers an area of approximately 7.5 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Kenardington show an average sale price of £413,876, 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 Kenardington a particularly low-crime area.

Kenardington has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Kenardington includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Orlestone Forest SSSI, Dungeness, Romney Marsh and Rye Bay SSSI; 13 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Dungeness, Romney Marsh and Rye Bay. 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 Kenardington

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Kenardington. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 27 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 Kenardington.

The average decision time of 27 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Kenardington were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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