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28 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Sandgate · updated daily · Folkestone and Hythe District Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 28 · received or decided in the last 90 days

43 Chichester Road, Sandgate, Folkestone, CT20 3BWAwaiting decisionApproval of details pursuant to condition 4a (slope stability) of planning permission 26/1022/FH.Approval of details reserved by a conditionReceived 3 Nov 202626/1779/FH/CON
Ship Inn, 63-65, Sandgate High Street, Sandgate, CT20 3AHAwaiting decisionListed Building Consent for roof works (retrospective).Listed Building Consent (Alt/Ext)Received 22 Oct 202626/1435/FH
1 The Acers, Folkestone, CT20 3JQAwaiting decisionWorks to trees subject to TPO No 02 of 2010 comprising of T1 Beech crown reduction by a maximum of 2 metres vertically and laterally.Works to Trees covered by a TPOReceived 22 Oct 202626/1716/FH
32 Oxenden Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3NJAwaiting decisionNotification under the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 for a single storey rear extension.Extension notificationReceived 19 Oct 202626/1718/FH/GPD
7 Naseby Avenue, Folkestone, CT20 3SJAwaiting decisionSingle storey side and rear extension to include annex and new front porchHouseholder planning permissionReceived 7 Oct 202626/1665/FH

Planning in Sandgate

Approved: 86%; 80 of 92 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Sandgate in the last 24 months, from Folkestone and Hythe District Council's planning register.

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Around Sandgate

Postcode districts

CT20 196 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Folkestone and Hythe District Council

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About Sandgate

Sandgate is a charming village within the Folkestone and Hythe Urban Area of Kent, boasting a population of approximately 4,225. Known for its historical significance, it features landmarks such as Sandgate Castle and the Shorncliffe Redoubt, a Napoleonic-era fort. The village is also notable for its cultural heritage, being the former residence of author H.G. Wells and the birthplace of comedian Hattie Jacques. Additionally, St Paul's Church stands adjacent to the modern Saga building, which occupies the site of the historic Embrook House, making Sandgate a unique blend of history and contemporary development, relevant for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,928 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Folkestone and Hythe district.

Property prices in Sandgate show an average sale price of £303,193, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sandgate 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 Sandgate a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sandgate 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 Sandgate, 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, 106 planning applications were submitted near Sandgate. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (30), tree works (15), discharge of conditions (10).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sandgate?

In the last 24 months, 106 planning applications were submitted near Sandgate. The approval rate is 86%.

How long do planning decisions take near Sandgate?

The average planning decision time near Sandgate is 49 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 Sandgate?

The planning approval rate near Sandgate is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Sandgate?

The most common type of planning application near Sandgate is full planning applications, with 30 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sandgate?

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