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Planning in Kingston

Approved
100%
16 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Kingston in the last 24 months, from Canterbury City Council's planning register.

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About Kingston

Kingston is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Kent, South East England, nestled between the historic cities of Canterbury and Dover. The parish also encompasses the quaint hamlet of Marley, making it a charming area for potential development and planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 474 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Canterbury district.

Kingston covers an area of approximately 5.1 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 Kingston show an average sale price of £371,260, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Kingston 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 Kingston a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Kingston has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kingston 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 Kingston, 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, 19 planning applications were submitted near Kingston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), listed building and heritage (5), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kingston?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Kingston. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kingston?
The average planning decision time near Kingston is 51 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 Kingston?
The planning approval rate near Kingston is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kingston?
The most common type of planning application near Kingston is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kingston?
You can search and track planning applications near Kingston on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.