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Planning in Leysdown-on-Sea

Only 4 decisions near Leysdown-on-Sea in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Leysdown-on-Sea in the last 24 months, from Maidstone Borough Council's planning register.

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About Leysdown-on-Sea

Leysdown-on-Sea is a coastal village located on the eastern shore of the Isle of Sheppey in the borough of Swale, Kent. As of 2020, it had an estimated population of 936 and is part of the civil parish of Leysdown, which also encompasses the nearby settlements of Bay View, Shellness, and Harty. The area, which saw a population of 1,256 in 2011, offers a unique context for planning applications, particularly concerning coastal development and community services. The settlement has a population of approximately 936. It sits within the Leysdown district.

Property prices in Leysdown-on-Sea show an average sale price of £348,725, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Leysdown-on-Sea 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 Leysdown-on-Sea a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Leysdown-on-Sea has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Leysdown-on-Sea 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 Leysdown-on-Sea, 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, 13 planning applications were submitted near Leysdown-on-Sea.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), outline applications (3), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Leysdown-on-Sea?
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Leysdown-on-Sea.
What types of planning applications are most common near Leysdown-on-Sea?
The most common type of planning application near Leysdown-on-Sea is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Leysdown-on-Sea?
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