Shorne, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Shorne, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
About Shorne
Shorne is a village and civil parish located in the borough of Gravesham, Kent, just 3 miles east of Gravesend. The area is characterized by well-drained land, alongside the Shorne Marshes, a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) that extends to the Thames Estuary, forming part of the North Kent Marshes on the Hoo Peninsula. This unique blend of residential and natural landscapes may influence local planning applications, particularly those related to environmental considerations and land use.
Population: 2,440 (2021)
District: Gravesham
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £360,370 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Gravesham
- Parliamentary constituency: Gravesham
- LSOA: Gravesham 003B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Shorne.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Shorne.
- 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 Shorne based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
11 planning applications found near Shorne.
- - 29 Coutts Avenue Shorne Gravesend Kent DA12 3HJ
Erection of a ground floor side infill extension and erection of a first floor extension. Conversion of garage to habitable space with flat roof and rooflight. Changes to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Gravesham | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - 15 Cob Drive Shorne Gravesend Kent DA12 3DU
Demolition of existing rear conservatory. Erection of a single storey rear extension with three roof lights and raised patio.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Gravesham | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - Newgale Gravesend Road Shorne Gravesend Kent DA12 3JJ
Removal of existing windows, front door, garage door and cladding to front elevation and replace with new aluminium windows, front door and garage door in different colour. Insulating, re-cladding and
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Gravesham | Date: 2026-02-02
View full details - - Cape Cottage Manor Field Shorne Gravesend Kent DA12 3DX
Erection of a single storey rear extension, land level alterations and associated works. Installation of a new edge protective rail to the front entrance steps.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Gravesham | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - Cape Cottage Manor Field Shorne Gravesend Kent DA12 3DX
Prior approval application for a single storey rear extension with a depth of 7.243 metres, maximum height of 3.587 metres and eaves height of 2.418 metres.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Gravesham | Date: 2025-08-07
View full details - - 21 Burdett Avenue Shorne Gravesend Kent DA12 3HP
Application for a Proposed Lawful Development Certificate for a loft conversion with rear dormer and roof lights to front roof elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Gravesham | Date: 2025-06-18
View full details - - 3 Coutts Avenue Shorne Gravesend Kent DA12 3HJ
Construction of single story rear infill extension, addition of pitched roof to existing rear extension with habitable room in roof space. Hip to gable roof extension with dormer extension to the fron
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Gravesham | Date: 2025-06-06
View full details - - St Katherines Forge Lane Shorne Gravesend Kent DA12 3DP
Demolition of existing conservatory and erection of a single storey side extension and terrace.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Gravesham | Date: 2024-06-14
View full details - - St Katherines Forge Lane Shorne Gravesend Kent DA12 3DP
Application for Listed Building Consent for the demolition of existing conservatory and erection of a single storey side extension and terrace.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Gravesham | Date: 2024-06-14
View full details - - 15 Hollands Close Shorne Gravesend Kent DA12 3EH
Erection of rear dormer and conversion of habitable room in roof space. Partial conversion of garage into habitable room with alterations to fenestration in ground floor rear elevation, and associated
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Gravesham | Date: 2024-06-03
View full details - - St Peter And St Paul Church Butchers Hill Shorne Gravesend Kent DA12 3EB
Works to trees in a Conservation Area; Mature Laurel Tree - 30% reduction below the tear out to the crown, and the removal and making safe of the snapped branch.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Gravesham | Date: 2024-01-10
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A brief summary of Shorne in Kent
Shorne is a village and civil parish located in the borough of Gravesham, Kent, just 3 miles east of Gravesend. The area is characterized by well-drained land, alongside the Shorne Marshes, a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) that extends to the Thames Estuary, forming part of the North Kent Marshes on the Hoo Peninsula. This unique blend of residential and natural landscapes may influence local planning applications, particularly those related to environmental considerations and land use. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,440 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Gravesham district.
Property prices in Shorne show an average sale price of £360,370, 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 Shorne a particularly low-crime area.
Shorne has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Chestnut Green, Shorne, Shorne Village, Queen's Farm, Shorne. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Shorne includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Shorne and Ashenbank Woods SSSI, Great Crabbles Wood SSSI; 10 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Kent Downs. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shorne 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.
Planning Activity in Shorne
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Shorne. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 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 Shorne.
The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Shorne were full planning applications (11), outline applications (6), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 58% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.