How long do planning decisions take near Preston (CT3)?

The average planning decision time near Preston (CT3) is 105 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 Preston (CT3)?

The planning approval rate near Preston (CT3) is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Preston (CT3)?

The most common type of planning application near Preston (CT3) is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Preston (CT3)?

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Preston (CT3), Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Preston (CT3), Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

Planning applications in Preston (CT3) are administered by Ashford Borough Council. View the full Ashford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

District: Bath County

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £197,631 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dover
Parliamentary constituency: Herne Bay and Sandwich
LSOA: Dover 001D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Preston (CT3).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Preston (CT3).

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 Preston (CT3) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Preston (CT3).

- The Cottage The Street Preston CT3 1EA
Fell one Bay tree (T1) and crown reduce back to previous points of one Cherry plum (T2), both situated within a conservation area.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-03-22
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- Caravan Site 13 Stourmouth Road Stourmouth Road Preston CT3 1HP
Erection of 8 dwellings with associated gardens and parking
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2025-01-31
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- Land North East Of Grove Road Preston CT3 1HP
Outline application for the erection of 53 dwellings (including Affordable Housing), with all matters reserved except access (amended details)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Dover | Date: 2024-12-23
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- 7 Stourmouth Road Preston CT3 1HP
Retractable awning located on the rear of the property.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2024-11-08
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- The Cottage The Street Preston CT3 1EA
Erection of a two storey rear extension (existing extension to be demolished)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2024-03-02
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- Marleybrook House Stourmouth Road Preston CT3 1HP
Erection of a dwelling with car port, change of use of existing dwelling to guest accommodation and wedding facility and new access road (some outbuildings to be demolished)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2023-12-28
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A brief summary of Preston (CT3) in Kent

Preston (CT3) is a settlement located in Kent, England. It sits within the Bath County district.

Property prices in Preston (CT3) show an average sale price of £197,631, 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 Preston (CT3) a particularly low-crime area.

Preston (CT3) has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

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Planning Activity in Preston (CT3)

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Preston (CT3). Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 105 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Preston (CT3).

With an average of 105 days, decisions near Preston (CT3) take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Preston (CT3) were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (4), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.

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