Knowlton, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Knowlton, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

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

About Knowlton

Knowlton, once an ecclesiastical and civil parish in Kent, is now integrated into the Goodnestone civil parish within the Dover district. Situated approximately 10 miles north of Dover, this small village is home to Knowlton Hall, which is surrounded by 200 acres of parkland. As of 1931, the population was just 18, reflecting its tranquil and rural character, which may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the area.

District: Goodnestone

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £385,702 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dover
Parliamentary constituency: Herne Bay and Sandwich
LSOA: Dover 001A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Knowlton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Knowlton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Knowlton in Kent

Property prices in Knowlton show an average sale price of £385,702, 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 Knowlton a particularly low-crime area.

Knowlton 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 Knowlton includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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