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Planning in St Michaels

Approved
100%
17 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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About St Michaels

St Michaels is a village located within the civil parish of Tenterden in Kent's Ashford district. Historically referred to as Boar's Isle or Boresisle until 1863, this quaint village presents a unique blend of historical charm and modern planning opportunities for prospective developers and residents alike. It sits within the Tenterden district.

Property prices in St Michaels show an average sale price of £526,055, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the St Michaels 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 St Michaels a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around St Michaels has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, St Michaels 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 St Michaels, 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, 21 planning applications were submitted near St Michaels. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (5), full planning applications (3), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near St Michaels?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near St Michaels. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near St Michaels?
The average planning decision time near St Michaels is 37 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 St Michaels?
The planning approval rate near St Michaels is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near St Michaels?
The most common type of planning application near St Michaels is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near St Michaels?
You can search and track planning applications near St Michaels on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.