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Planning in Kennett

Only 6 decisions near Kennett in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Kennett in the last 24 months, from East Cambridgeshire District Council's planning register.

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About Kennett

Kennett is a small village and civil parish located in the eastern tip of Cambridgeshire, England. Approximately 2.5 miles northeast of Newmarket and 4 miles northwest of Bury St Edmunds, it shares a border with Suffolk, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to both counties. The settlement has a population of approximately 368 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Cambridgeshire district.

Property prices in Kennett show an average sale price of £312,250, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Kennett 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 Kennett a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Kennett has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kennett 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 Kennett, 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, 9 planning applications were submitted near Kennett.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (3), amendments (2), outline applications (1). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kennett?
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Kennett.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kennett?
The most common type of planning application near Kennett is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kennett?
You can search and track planning applications near Kennett on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.