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Planning in New Romney

Approved
92%
98 of 105 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of New Romney in the last 24 months, from Folkestone and Hythe District Council's planning register.

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About New Romney

New Romney is a historic market town in Kent, situated on the edge of Romney Marsh, known for its fertile agricultural land that was reclaimed from the sea. Once an important sea port and one of the original Cinque Ports, the town's harbour has since silted up, leaving it over a mile from the coastline. Today, New Romney serves as the headquarters for the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway, making it a key location for transport and regional development. The town has a population of approximately 7,250 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Folkestone and Hythe district.

Property prices in New Romney show an average sale price of £338,220, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes New Romney a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around New Romney has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, New Romney 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.newromneytc.kentparishes.gov.uk.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near New Romney, 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, 115 planning applications were submitted near New Romney. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (31), discharge of conditions (31), tree works (19). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near New Romney?
In the last 24 months, 115 planning applications were submitted near New Romney. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near New Romney?
The average planning decision time near New Romney is 50 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 New Romney?
The planning approval rate near New Romney is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near New Romney?
The most common type of planning application near New Romney is full planning applications, with 31 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near New Romney?
You can search and track planning applications near New Romney on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.