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Planning in Thanington

Approved
98%
48 of 48 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Thanington in the last 24 months, from Canterbury City Council's planning register.

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Around Thanington

Postcode districts

CT1 356 applications in the last 12 monthsCT4 373 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Canterbury City Council

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About Thanington

Thanington is a civil parish located on the western edge of Canterbury, Kent, stretching southwest from the A2, from Wincheap to the Milton Bridge in Chartham. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 2,662, making it a small but vibrant community that may be of interest for planning applications and local development projects in the area.

Property prices in Thanington show an average sale price of £371,260, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Thanington 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 Thanington a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Thanington 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 Thanington, 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, 63 planning applications were submitted near Thanington. Of these, 98% were approved, with an average decision time of 89 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (27), amendments (7), listed building and heritage (4). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Thanington?
In the last 24 months, 63 planning applications were submitted near Thanington. The approval rate is 98%.
How long do planning decisions take near Thanington?
The average planning decision time near Thanington is 89 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 Thanington?
The planning approval rate near Thanington is 98%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Thanington?
The most common type of planning application near Thanington is full planning applications, with 27 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Thanington?
You can search and track planning applications near Thanington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.