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Planning in Shorncliffe Camp

Approved
86%
56 of 65 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Shorncliffe Camp

Postcode districts

CT20 196 applications in the last 12 monthsCT21 197 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Folkestone and Hythe District Council

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About Shorncliffe Camp

Shorncliffe Camp is a settlement located in Kent, England.

Property prices in Shorncliffe Camp 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 Shorncliffe Camp 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 Shorncliffe Camp a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Shorncliffe Camp has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shorncliffe Camp 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 Shorncliffe Camp, 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, 78 planning applications were submitted near Shorncliffe Camp. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (18), discharge of conditions (12), outline applications (7). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Shorncliffe Camp?
In the last 24 months, 78 planning applications were submitted near Shorncliffe Camp. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Shorncliffe Camp?
The average planning decision time near Shorncliffe Camp is 45 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 Shorncliffe Camp?
The planning approval rate near Shorncliffe Camp is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Shorncliffe Camp?
The most common type of planning application near Shorncliffe Camp is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Shorncliffe Camp?
You can search and track planning applications near Shorncliffe Camp on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.