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Planning in Twydall

Approved
89%
86 of 95 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Twydall in the last 24 months, from Medway Council's planning register.

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Around Twydall

Postcode districts

ME8 286 applications in the last 12 monthsME7 388 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Medway Council

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About Twydall

Twydall is a suburb of Gillingham in Kent, South East England, now governed by the Unitary Authority of Medway since 1998. The name Twydall, believed to mean "Two Parts" or "Double Portion," has historical roots dating back to 1240. The area is notable for its heritage, including the Palmerston forts—Grange Redoubt and Woodlands Redoubt—known for their distinctive Twydall Profile design, making it an interesting location for planning applications related to historical preservation and urban development.

Property prices in Twydall show an average sale price of £323,000, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Twydall a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Twydall has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Twydall 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 Twydall, 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, 122 planning applications were submitted near Twydall. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (42), outline applications (17), discharge of conditions (17). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Twydall?
In the last 24 months, 122 planning applications were submitted near Twydall. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Twydall?
The average planning decision time near Twydall is 53 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 Twydall?
The planning approval rate near Twydall is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Twydall?
The most common type of planning application near Twydall is full planning applications, with 42 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Twydall?
You can search and track planning applications near Twydall on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.