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Planning in Kingsgate

Approved
81%
13 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Kingsgate

Kingsgate is a charming hamlet located within the St Peter's parish of Broadstairs, Kent. Rich in history, it is named after a cove that served as a landing point for Charles II in 1683 and has welcomed other monarchs, including George II in 1748. The area features Holland House, built between 1762 and 1768 by Henry Fox, 1st Baron Holland, accessible via the iconic arched stone gate originally known as Barthelmas Gate. This blend of historical significance and coastal beauty makes Kingsgate a notable area for planning applications. It sits within the Broadstairs and St Peter's district.

Property prices in Kingsgate show an average sale price of £400,849, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Kingsgate a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Kingsgate has 42 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kingsgate 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 Kingsgate, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Kingsgate. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), tree works (5), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kingsgate?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Kingsgate. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kingsgate?
The average planning decision time near Kingsgate is 58 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 Kingsgate?
The planning approval rate near Kingsgate is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kingsgate?
The most common type of planning application near Kingsgate is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kingsgate?
You can search and track planning applications near Kingsgate on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.