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Planning in Temple Hill

Approved
85%
44 of 51 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Temple Hill

Postcode districts

DA1 459 applications in the last 12 monthsDA2 232 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dartford Borough Council

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About Temple Hill

Temple Hill is a significant suburb of Dartford in Kent, named after the Knights Templar, the original landowners of the area. Stretching from the A282 in the east to Dartford town centre in the west, it is one of Dartford's largest residential regions. The historic Temples Manor encompassed a vast area, including Temple Hill, the Waterside district, and lands near the River Thames, reflecting its rich heritage and potential for future planning applications. It sits within the Barren County district.

Temple Hill sits at an elevation of 807 metres above sea level. 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 Temple Hill show an average sale price of £379,020, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Temple Hill 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 Temple Hill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Temple Hill 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 Temple Hill, 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, 65 planning applications were submitted near Temple Hill. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were amendments (15), full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (3).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Temple Hill?
In the last 24 months, 65 planning applications were submitted near Temple Hill. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Temple Hill?
The average planning decision time near Temple Hill 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 Temple Hill?
The planning approval rate near Temple Hill is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Temple Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Temple Hill is amendment applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Temple Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Temple Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.