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Planning in Sellindge

Approved
86%
18 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Sellindge

Sellindge is a village and civil parish located along the A20 road between Ashford and Folkestone in Kent, South East England. It falls under the North Downs West Ward of Folkestone and Hythe District Council, while being part of the Elham ward at the Kent County Council level, making it an area of interest for planning applications and local governance. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,749 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Folkestone and Hythe district.

Property prices in Sellindge show an average sale price of £438,290, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sellindge 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 Sellindge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sellindge has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sellindge 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 Sellindge, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Sellindge. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), outline applications (2), amendments (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sellindge?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Sellindge. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sellindge?
The average planning decision time near Sellindge 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 Sellindge?
The planning approval rate near Sellindge is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sellindge?
The most common type of planning application near Sellindge is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sellindge?
You can search and track planning applications near Sellindge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.