Lynsore Bottom, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Lynsore Bottom, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
About Lynsore Bottom
Lynsore Bottom, a 70.6-hectare (174-acre) biological Site of Special Scientific Interest, is located north of Folkestone in Kent. This area is significant for its unique ecological characteristics, making it an important consideration for any planning applications in the vicinity.
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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: Ashford
- Parliamentary constituency: Weald of Kent
- LSOA: Ashford 001C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Lynsore Bottom.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lynsore Bottom.
- 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 Lynsore Bottom based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Lynsore Bottom.
- - Quilters Farm Westwood Road Kingston Kent CT4 6JN
Application for lawful development certificate for proposed single-storey rear extensions.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Canterbury | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - Quilters Farm Westwood Road Kingston Kent CT4 6JN
Installation of 24 ground mounted solar panels.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Canterbury | Date: 2026-01-08
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A brief summary of Lynsore Bottom in Kent
Lynsore Bottom, a 70.6-hectare (174-acre) biological Site of Special Scientific Interest, is located north of Folkestone in Kent. This area is significant for its unique ecological characteristics, making it an important consideration for any planning applications in the vicinity.
Property prices in Lynsore Bottom 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 Lynsore Bottom a particularly low-crime area.
Lynsore Bottom has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bossingham, Upper Hardres, Upper Hardres Court. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Lynsore Bottom includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Lynsore Bottom SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Kent Downs. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lynsore Bottom 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.
Planning Activity in Lynsore Bottom
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Lynsore Bottom. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 95 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Lynsore Bottom may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 95 days, decisions near Lynsore Bottom take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Lynsore Bottom were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Westwood planning applications
- Upper Hardres Court planning applications
- Bossingham planning applications
- Palmstead planning applications
- Bladbean planning applications
- Pett Bottom planning applications
- Marley planning applications
- Lower Hardres planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.