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Planning in Snowdown

Approved
91%
21 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Snowdown

Postcode districts

CT3 371 applications in the last 12 monthsCT15 181 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dover District Council

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About Snowdown

Snowdown is a hamlet located near Dover in Kent, England. Historically significant for housing one of the four main collieries of the Kent coalfield, the site has been shaped by its mining heritage, with the colliery closing its operations in 1987. This backdrop may influence current planning applications as the area evolves from its industrial roots. It sits within the Aylesham district.

Property prices in Snowdown show an average sale price of £265,700, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Snowdown 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 Snowdown a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Snowdown has 13 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Snowdown 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 Snowdown, 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, 38 planning applications were submitted near Snowdown. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (4). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Snowdown?
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Snowdown. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Snowdown?
The average planning decision time near Snowdown is 40 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 Snowdown?
The planning approval rate near Snowdown is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Snowdown?
The most common type of planning application near Snowdown is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Snowdown?
You can search and track planning applications near Snowdown on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.