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Planning in Southfleet

Approved
72%
21 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Southfleet in the last 24 months, from Dartford Borough Council's planning register.

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About Southfleet

Southfleet is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the borough of Dartford, Kent, just three miles southwest of Gravesend. The parish encompasses the surrounding hamlets of Betsham and Westwood, making it a notable area for those interested in local planning applications and community development. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,468 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dartford district.

Property prices in Southfleet show an average sale price of £376,612, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Southfleet 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 Southfleet a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Southfleet 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 Southfleet, 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, 34 planning applications were submitted near Southfleet. Of these, 72% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (5), full planning applications (2), amendments (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Southfleet?
In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Southfleet. The approval rate is 72%.
How long do planning decisions take near Southfleet?
The average planning decision time near Southfleet is 56 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 Southfleet?
The planning approval rate near Southfleet is 72%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Southfleet?
The most common type of planning application near Southfleet is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Southfleet?
You can search and track planning applications near Southfleet on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.