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Planning in Leaveland

Only 3 decisions near Leaveland in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Leaveland in the last 24 months, from Swale Borough Council's planning register.

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About Leaveland

Leaveland is a tranquil hamlet and civil parish in the Swale borough of Kent, situated predominantly on elevated ground and surrounded by picturesque countryside. Located 5 miles south of Faversham and near the A251, it offers convenient access to transport links, with Selling station just over three miles away and Faversham station providing more extensive services. Covering 1.5 km², Leaveland lies entirely within the scenic Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making it an attractive location for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 117 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Swale district.

Property prices in Leaveland show an average sale price of £370,540, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Leaveland 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 Leaveland a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Leaveland 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 Leaveland, 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 Leaveland.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (3), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

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