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Planning in Ospringe

Approved
84%
26 of 29 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ospringe in the last 24 months, from Maidstone Borough Council's planning register.

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About Ospringe

Ospringe is a village located within the area of Faversham in Kent, England. The village is part of a civil parish that, since 1935, has not encompassed the village itself. This distinction is important for those researching planning applications, as it may affect local governance and development regulations in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 727 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Swale district.

Property prices in Ospringe show an average sale price of £370,540, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ospringe area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

The area around Ospringe has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ospringe 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Ospringe, 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, 98 planning applications were submitted near Ospringe. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (25), tree works (18), discharge of conditions (10).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ospringe?
In the last 24 months, 98 planning applications were submitted near Ospringe. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ospringe?
The average planning decision time near Ospringe is 51 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 Ospringe?
The planning approval rate near Ospringe is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ospringe?
The most common type of planning application near Ospringe is full planning applications, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ospringe?
You can search and track planning applications near Ospringe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.