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Planning in Kington

Approved
92%
48 of 49 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Kington in the last 24 months, from Herefordshire Council's planning register.

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About Kington

Kington is a market town and civil parish located in Herefordshire, England, with a population of approximately 3,240 residents. Known for its vibrant community and historical significance, Kington presents various opportunities for planning applications, making it an area of interest for developers and local authorities alike. The town has a population of approximately 2,639 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Herefordshire district.

Property prices in Kington show an average sale price of £277,579, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kington 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 Kington, 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, 64 planning applications were submitted near Kington. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were outline applications (1).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kington?
In the last 24 months, 64 planning applications were submitted near Kington. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kington?
The average planning decision time near Kington is 53 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 Kington?
The planning approval rate near Kington is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kington?
The most common type of planning application near Kington is outline applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kington?
You can search and track planning applications near Kington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.