How long do planning decisions take near Oare?

The average planning decision time near Oare is 38 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 Oare?

The planning approval rate near Oare is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Oare?

The most common type of planning application near Oare is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Oare?

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Oare, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Oare, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

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About Oare

Oare is a picturesque village and civil parish located north of Davington, near Faversham in southeast England, distinguished by its separation from Faversham by Oare Creek. The village is bordered to the north by the Oare Marshes and the historic Harty Ferry, which used to connect to Harty on the Isle of Sheppey. The area is notable for its nature reserve, managed by the Kent Wildlife Trust, serving as a vital stopover for migratory birds, making it a significant consideration for planning applications related to conservation and development in the region.

Population: 505 (2021)

District: Swale

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £338,779 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Swale
Parliamentary constituency: Faversham and Mid Kent
LSOA: Swale 015C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Oare.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Oare based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Oare.

- Land At Colegates Road Oare Kent
Erection of 37 dwellings including affordable housing, access, landscaping, open space, vehicle parking, cycle storage, ecological enhancements and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-03-17
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A brief summary of Oare in Kent

Property prices in Oare show an average sale price of £338,779, 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 Oare a particularly low-crime area.

Oare has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Ospringe, Faversham, Syndale. 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 Oare includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): The Swale SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): The Swale; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: The Swale. 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 Oare

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Oare. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

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

The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Oare were discharge of conditions (4), full planning applications (3), outline applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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