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Planning in Stanhope

Approved
91%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Stanhope

Stanhope is a civil parish and suburb of Ashford, located in the Borough of Ashford, Kent. Developed in the 1960s, it sits on the southern edge of the town, making it a key area for potential planning applications and development projects within the expanding Ashford locality. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,390 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Ashford district.

Stanhope covers an area of approximately 0.6 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 Stanhope 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 Stanhope 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 Stanhope a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stanhope 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 Stanhope, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Stanhope. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), outline applications (3), tree works (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stanhope?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Stanhope. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Stanhope?
The average planning decision time near Stanhope is 65 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 Stanhope?
The planning approval rate near Stanhope is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stanhope?
The most common type of planning application near Stanhope is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stanhope?
You can search and track planning applications near Stanhope on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.