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Planning in Petham

Approved
75%
9 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Petham in the last 24 months, from Canterbury City Council's planning register.

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About Petham

Petham is a charming rural village and civil parish located in the North Downs, just five miles south of Canterbury in Kent, South East England. Its picturesque setting and community-focused atmosphere make it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 685 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Canterbury district.

Petham covers an area of approximately 13.6 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Petham show an average sale price of £371,260, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Petham 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 Petham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Petham has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Petham 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 Petham, 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, 12 planning applications were submitted near Petham. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (9), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Petham?
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Petham. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Petham?
The average planning decision time near Petham is 57 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 Petham?
The planning approval rate near Petham is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Petham?
The most common type of planning application near Petham is listed building consent applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Petham?
You can search and track planning applications near Petham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.