How long do planning decisions take near Stanford?

The average planning decision time near Stanford is 47 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Stanford?

The most common type of planning application near Stanford is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stanford?

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Stanford, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stanford, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

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About Stanford

Stanford is a village and civil parish located in Kent, England, within the Folkestone and Hythe district. This charming area offers a blend of rural character and community spirit, making it relevant for those interested in planning applications and local development opportunities.

Population: 406 (2021)

District: Folkestone and Hythe

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £413,876 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Folkestone and Hythe
Parliamentary constituency: Ashford
LSOA: Folkestone and Hythe 001C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stanford.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Stanford.

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 Stanford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Stanford.

- 5 YEW TREE CLOSE, STANFORD, ASHFORD, TN25 6DJ
Two storey side extension including a Juliet balcony and the addition of windows to front elevation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shepway | Date: 2025-12-12
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- 6 YEW TREE CLOSE, STANFORD, ASHFORD, TN25 6DJ
Works to tree subject of TPO No. 10 of 1992 Scots Pine removal of lower limbs.
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Shepway | Date: 2025-05-26
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- TERSCHELLING, STONE STREET, STANFORD, ASHFORD, TN25 6DH
Conversion of garage to kitchen and replacement of garage roof (inc. insertion of skylight)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shepway | Date: 2025-03-04
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A brief summary of Stanford in Kent

Property prices in Stanford show an average sale price of £413,876, 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 Stanford a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Stanford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Gibbin's Brook SSSI; 3 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, Stanford 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 Stanford

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Stanford. The average decision time was 47 days.

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Stanford were full planning applications (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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