What types of planning applications are most common near Newnham?

The most common type of planning application near Newnham is listed building consent applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Newnham, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Newnham, Kent.

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About Newnham

Newnham is a charming village and civil parish located in the Syndale valley of Kent, England, within the administrative borough of Swale. Situated near the historic market town of Faversham, it offers a blend of rural character and accessibility, making it an interesting area for planning applications and developments.

Population: 362 (2021)

District: Swale

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £406,120 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Swale
Parliamentary constituency: Sittingbourne and Sheppey
LSOA: Swale 007G

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Newnham.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Newnham.

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 Newnham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Newnham.

- Roseley Newnham Lane Newnham Kent ME9 0LH
Lawful Development Certificate (Existing)-Non-compliance with Condition (1) agricultural occupancy of approved application with reference NK/9/52/162/2807.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-03-23
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- The George Inn 44 The Street Newnham Kent ME9 0LW
Listed Building consent for external alterations including replacement of signage with non illuminated and illuminated signs on front and side elevations. Repaint windows to a drop cloth colour (gentl
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-02-05
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- The George Inn 44 The Street Newnham Kent ME9 0LL
Advertisement Consent: 1 x externally illuminated pole sign, 3 x externally illuminated fascia signs, 1 x externally illuminated 'Specials' sign, 1 x non-illuminated 'Welcome' sign attached to existin
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-02-04
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A brief summary of Newnham in Kent

Property prices in Newnham show an average sale price of £406,120, 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 Newnham a particularly low-crime area.

Newnham has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Eastling, Doddington and Newnham. 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 Newnham includes 7 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.

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Planning Activity in Newnham

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Newnham.

The most common application types near Newnham were listed building and heritage (1), amendments (1), advertising consent (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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