Swanscombe, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Swanscombe, Kent.
Kent · England · Town
Planning applications in Swanscombe are administered by Ashford Borough Council. View the full Ashford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Swanscombe
Swanscombe is a town located in the Borough of Dartford, Kent, and forms part of the civil parish of Swanscombe and Greenhithe. Situated 4.4 miles west of Gravesend and 4.8 miles east of Dartford, it offers a strategic position for planning applications in this area, making it an important locale for development and community initiatives.
District: Swanscombe and Greenhithe
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £361,851 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dartford
- Parliamentary constituency: Dartford
- LSOA: Dartford 006D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Swanscombe.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Swanscombe.
- 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 Swanscombe based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Swanscombe.
- - 1 Alkerden Lane Swanscombe Kent DA10 0EG
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate (existing) for the use of the property as an HMO (Class C4)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Dartford | Date: 2026-02-05
View full details - - 1 Alkerden Lane Swanscombe Kent DA10 0EG
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for proposed loft conversion, erection of single storey rear and side extension, chimney removal, internal remodelling and permeable hardstanding
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Dartford | Date: 2025-11-18
View full details - - 18 The Crescent Greenhithe Kent DA9 9EP
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for proposed erection of part two storey and part single storey rear extension together with proposed change of use from Class C3 to 6 bedroom / 6 pers
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Dartford | Date: 2025-04-17
View full details - - Former Block Of 43 Lock-Up Garages Rear Of Gilbert Close Swanscombe Kent DA10 0NH
Submission of details relating to measures to enhance biodiversity (condition 14) and hard and soft landscaping scheme (condition 16) pursuant to planning permission DA/19/01464/FUL for demolition of
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Dartford | Date: 2024-10-11
View full details - - Former Block Of 43 Lock-Up Garages Rear Of Gilbert Close Swanscombe DA10 0NH
Submission of details relating to surface water drainage and foul water drainage pursuant to conditions 4 and 12 of planning permission DA/19/01464/FUL for demolition of lock up garages and erection o
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dartford | Date: 2023-03-03
View full details - - Former Block Of Lock-Up Garages And Land At Gilbert Close Swanscombe Kent
Submission of details relating to archaeology pursuant to condition 6 of planning permission DA/19/01464/FUL for demolition of lock up garages and erection of a mix of 14 flats (10 x 2 bed and 4 x 1 b
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dartford | Date: 2022-08-22
View full details - - Former Block Of 43 Lock-Up Garages Rear Of Gilbert Close Swanscombe Kent
Submission of details relating to foundation design pursuant to condition 7 of planning permission DA/19/01464/FUL for demolition of lock up garages and erection of a mix of 14 flats (10 x 2 bed and 4
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dartford | Date: 2022-08-22
View full details - - Knockhall County Primary School, Eynsford Road, Greenhithe, Kent, DA9 9RF
Details pursuant to condition (3) - External Materials - New nursery unit within existing school grounds with landscped hard and soft play areas enclosed by security fence.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Kent | Date: 2005-03-22
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A brief summary of Swanscombe in Kent
Swanscombe is a town located in the Borough of Dartford, Kent, and forms part of the civil parish of Swanscombe and Greenhithe. Situated 4.4 miles west of Gravesend and 4.8 miles east of Dartford, it offers a strategic position for planning applications in this area, making it an important locale for development and community initiatives. It sits within the Swanscombe and Greenhithe district.
Property prices in Swanscombe show an average sale price of £361,851, 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 Swanscombe a particularly low-crime area.
Swanscombe has one conservation area within its boundaries: Greenhithe. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Swanscombe includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Swanscombe Skull Site SSSI, Swanscombe Peninsula SSSI, West Thurrock Lagoon & Marshes SSSI. 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, Swanscombe 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 Swanscombe
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Swanscombe. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Swanscombe maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
At 66 days on average, decisions near Swanscombe slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Swanscombe were amendments (6), outline applications (3), full planning applications (2).
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application, 13 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.