How long do planning decisions take near Minster (ME12)?

The average planning decision time near Minster (ME12) is 59 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 Minster (ME12)?

The planning approval rate near Minster (ME12) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Minster (ME12)?

The most common type of planning application near Minster (ME12) is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Minster (ME12)?

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Minster (ME12), Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Minster (ME12), Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

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Population: 3,569

District: Minster

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £306,664 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Swale
Parliamentary constituency: Sittingbourne and Sheppey
LSOA: Swale 001B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Minster (ME12).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Minster (ME12).

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 Minster (ME12) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Minster (ME12).

- Sunray Imperial Avenue Minster-on-sea Kent ME12 2HG
Demolition of existing bungalow and garage. Erection of 2 Self -Build bungalows with associated access and parking.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-04-28
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- 18 Seathorpe Avenue Minster-On-Sea Kent ME12 2HU
Erection of single storey rear extension, incorporating flat rooflights.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-03-16
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26/501005/FULL - 18 Seathorpe Avenue Minster-On-Sea Kent ME12 2HU
Erection of single storey rear extension, incorporating flat rooflights.
Status: Undecided | Council: Maidstone | Date: 2026-03-16
- Senekol Southsea Avenue Private Street Minster-On-Sea Kent ME12 2LU
Lawful Development Certificate for partial conversion of the garage into habitable living space.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2025-04-28
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- 17 Wards Hill Road Minster-on-sea Sheerness Kent ME12 2LL
Change of use of part of the house into a shop. Erection of single storey side extension with front entrance to increase the shop area. Internal alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2024-07-11
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- Alcabola Princes Avenue Minster-On-Sea Kent ME12 2HJ
Submission of details pursuant conditions 3 (dwelling emission rate), 4 (dust suppression), 5 (external materials), 6 (landscaping), 7 (cycle storage), and 15 (biodiversity enhancement scheme), of app
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2024-07-10
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- Ocean Heights Residential Care Home Seaside Avenue Minster-on-sea Sheerness Kent ME12 2NJ
Submission of details to discharge conditions 9 (drainage scheme) and 14 (cycle parking facilities) of planning application 16/504551/OUT.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2023-12-21
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- 170 Southsea Avenue Private Street Minster-On-Sea Kent ME12 2LU
Submission of details to discharge condition 3 (emission rates) of planning applicaton 23/502492/FULL.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2023-10-06
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A brief summary of Minster (ME12) in Kent

Minster (ME12) is a settlement located in Kent, England. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,569. It sits within the Minster district.

Property prices in Minster (ME12) show an average sale price of £306,664, 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 Minster (ME12) a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Minster (ME12) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Sheppey Cliffs and Foreshore SSSI; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Outer Thames Estuary. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Minster (ME12)

In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Minster (ME12). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Minster (ME12) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 59 days on average, decisions near Minster (ME12) slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Minster (ME12) were full planning applications (14), outline applications (6), discharge of conditions (4). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 23 smaller schemes were submitted.

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