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Planning in Sarre

Approved
100%
13 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Sarre in the last 24 months, from Thanet District Council's planning register.

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Around Sarre

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About Sarre

Sarre is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Thanet District of Kent, England. Once part of the St. Nicholas-at-Wade ecclesiastical parish, it has a rich history as an Ancient Parish, particularly notable for having lost its local church, St. Giles, during the Elizabethan era. As of the 2011 Census, Sarre had a population of 130, which reflects a modest community that may be of interest for local planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 221 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Thanet district.

Property prices in Sarre show an average sale price of £320,680, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sarre 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 Sarre 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, Sarre 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 Sarre, 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, 15 planning applications were submitted near Sarre. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were tree works (9), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sarre?
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Sarre. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sarre?
The average planning decision time near Sarre is 53 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 Sarre?
The planning approval rate near Sarre is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sarre?
The most common type of planning application near Sarre is tree works applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sarre?
You can search and track planning applications near Sarre on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.