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Smeeth, Kent Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Smeeth, Kent. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.

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Planning data sourced from Kent council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Smeeth - Planning Applications & Local Development

Smeeth is a predominantly agricultural village and civil parish located just 4 miles east of Ashford in the Ashford Borough of Kent. Its rural character presents unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications, particularly in relation to land use and development. The other has a population of approximately 931 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Ashford district.

Smeeth covers an area of approximately 8.3 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

The area around Smeeth has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Smeeth 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Smeeth, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.