Painter's Forstal, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Painter's Forstal, Kent.
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About Painter's Forstal
Painter's Forstal is a village located in the Swale district of Kent, approximately 2 miles southwest of Faversham. As part of the civil parish of Ospringe, the area has seen significant development since the 1950s and is situated just south of the M2 motorway, making it a notable location for planning applications in the region.
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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 017D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Painter's Forstal.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Painter's Forstal.
- 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 Painter's Forstal based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Painter's Forstal.
- - Kennaways Stalisfield Road Ospringe Kent ME13 0HA
Demolition of existing outbuilding and garage, part demolition of existing dwelling and erection of a two storey side extension, first floor rear extension, creation of a new porch, stables, field she
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2025-09-16
View full details - - 1 Bayfield Painters Forstal Faversham Kent ME13 0EF
Erection of a single storey front extension including timber framed porch and roof canopy.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2023-05-17
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A brief summary of Painter's Forstal in Kent
Painter's Forstal is a village located in the Swale district of Kent, approximately 2 miles southwest of Faversham. As part of the civil parish of Ospringe, the area has seen significant development since the 1950s and is situated just south of the M2 motorway, making it a notable location for planning applications in the region.
Property prices in Painter's Forstal 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 Painter's Forstal a particularly low-crime area.
Painter's Forstal has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Whitehill, Sheldwich, Painter's Forstal, Ospringe. 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 Painter's Forstal includes 9 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Painter's Forstal 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.
Planning Activity in Painter's Forstal
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Painter's Forstal. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Painter's Forstal may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 80 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Painter's Forstal were full planning applications (3), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.