Upchurch, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Upchurch, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
Planning applications in Upchurch are administered by Swale Borough Council. View the full Swale Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Upchurch
Upchurch is a civil parish and village located in the Swale district of Kent, England, approximately 2 kilometres north of the A2 road, nestled between Rainham and Sittingbourne. This charming village offers a unique blend of rural character and accessibility, making it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the area.
Population: 2,678 (2021)
District: Swale
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £317,553 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Swale
- Parliamentary constituency: Faversham and Mid Kent
- LSOA: Swale 016E
Crime Statistics
14 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 4
- shoplifting: 3
- robbery: 2
- anti-social-behaviour: 1
- burglary: 1
- other-theft: 1
- possession-of-weapons: 1
- public-order: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Upchurch.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Upchurch.
- 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 Upchurch based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Upchurch.
- - 25 Oak Lane Upchurch Kent ME9 7AU
Demolition of the existing garage and extension the existing single storey extension. Adding a proposed new porch to allow the original door to be reinstated and reconfiguration of the front vehicle a
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-05-19
View full details - - 25 Oak Lane Upchurch Kent ME9 7AU
Conservation area notification to remove a group of shrubs (unknown species).
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-05-08
View full details - - 45 Crosier Court Upchurch Kent ME9 7AS
Erection of a single storey rear extension and first floor side extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-05-08
View full details - 26/501753/FULL - 45 Crosier Court Upchurch Kent ME9 7AS
Erection of a single storey rear extension and first floor side extension.
Status: Undecided | Council: Maidstone | Date: 2026-05-08 - 26/501767/TCA - 25 Oak Lane Upchurch Kent ME9 7AU
Conservation area notification to remove a group of shrubs (unknown species).
Status: Undecided | Council: Maidstone | Date: 2026-05-08 - - Land North Of Forge Lane Upchurch Kent ME9 7AE
Outline Planning application (with all matters reserved except access) for formation of a new vehicular access from Forge Lane and the erection of up to 101no. dwellings, including affordable housing,
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - 15 Horsham Lane Upchurch Kent ME9 7AN
Creation of first floor including alterations to roof and insertion of front dormers. Erection of front extension to existing garage. Install new obscured glass window to side elevation. Changes to fe
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2025-08-22
View full details - - 44 The Street Upchurch Kent ME9 7EU
Lawful Development Certificate Existing for replacement of windows on the front elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2024-08-23
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A brief summary of Upchurch in Kent
Upchurch is a civil parish and village located in the Swale district of Kent, England, approximately 2 kilometres north of the A2 road, nestled between Rainham and Sittingbourne. This charming village offers a unique blend of rural character and accessibility, making it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,678 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Swale district.
Property prices in Upchurch show an average sale price of £317,553, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were 14 crimes reported in the Upchurch area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.
Upchurch has one conservation area within its boundaries: Upchurch. 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 Upchurch includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Medway Estuary and Marshes SSSI; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Medway Estuary & Marshes; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Medway Estuary & Marshes. 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, Upchurch 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 Upchurch
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Upchurch. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Upchurch may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 68 days on average, decisions near Upchurch slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Upchurch were full planning applications (9), outline applications (2), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 2 medium-scale applications, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
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