Search Lower Higham planning applications

11 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Lower Higham · updated daily · Gravesham Borough Council

Only 5 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 11 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Giles Farm Church Street Higham Rochester Kent ME3 7LPAwaiting decisionReplacement of existing 4.1m-wide palisade gates with a 5.5m-wide palisade sliding gate, and associated boundary and access works including replacement of adjoining timber fencing, local kerb realignment, replacement of redundant gatepost with galvanised to match gate, and storage relocation.Received 2 Nov 202620261055
15 Martins Close Higham Rochester Kent ME3 7HEAwaiting decisionPrior approval application for a single storey rear extension with a depth of 4.00 metres, maximum height of 2.40 metres and eaves height of 2.40 metres.Received 27 Oct 202620261048
Wendover Lower Rochester Road Higham Rochester Kent ME3 7HDApprovedErection of two outbuildings and a summerhouse.Received 1 Sep 2026Decided 29 Oct 202620260831
Farmcroft Church Street Higham Rochester Kent ME3 7LPApprovedApplication for the partial approval of condition 4 Part B and C (Watching Brief Specification) attached to planning reference number 20251230.Received 19 Aug 202620260838
12 Gore Green Cottages Gore Green Road Higham Rochester Kent ME3 7HJApprovedErection of a side/rear single storey extension.Received 1 Jul 2026Decided 10 Aug 202620260644

Planning in Lower Higham

Approved: 92%; 11 of 12 decided
Decision time: about 9 weeks; on average

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

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Around Lower Higham

Postcode districts

ME3 235 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Gravesham Borough Council

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About Lower Higham

Lower Higham is a village and civil parish located in the borough of Gravesham, Kent, England. Situated south-east of Gravesend and north-west of Strood, it had a population of 3,962 according to the 2011 Census, reflecting a modest increase from 3,938 in 2001. This quaint village offers a unique setting for potential planning applications, making it an area of interest for developers and researchers alike.

Property prices in Lower Higham show an average sale price of £347,190, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lower Higham 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 Lower Higham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lower Higham has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lower Higham 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 Lower Higham, 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, 14 planning applications were submitted near Lower Higham. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), tree works (2), telecoms (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lower Higham?

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Lower Higham. The approval rate is 92%.

How long do planning decisions take near Lower Higham?

The average planning decision time near Lower Higham is 60 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 Lower Higham?

The planning approval rate near Lower Higham is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Higham?

The most common type of planning application near Lower Higham is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lower Higham?

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