How long do planning decisions take near Upstreet?

The average planning decision time near Upstreet is 35 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 Upstreet?

The planning approval rate near Upstreet is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Upstreet?

The most common type of planning application near Upstreet is listed building consent applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Upstreet?

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Upstreet, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upstreet, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

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About Upstreet

Upstreet is a quaint village located in the civil parish of Chislet, within the Canterbury district of Kent. Situated approximately 62 miles from London, it falls under the Marshside electoral ward, making it an intriguing area for those researching planning applications and development opportunities in the region.

District: Chislet

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £385,702 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dover
Parliamentary constituency: Herne Bay and Sandwich
LSOA: Dover 001D

Crime Statistics

10 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

vehicle-crime: 7
violent-crime: 2
anti-social-behaviour: 1

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Upstreet.

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 Upstreet based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Upstreet.

- 17A Hollow Street Chislet Kent CT3 4DS
Application for lawful development certificate for existing use of building and land as residential.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Canterbury | Date: 2026-02-18
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- Nethergong Campsite Nethergong Hill Upstreet Kent CT3 4DN
Application for lawful development certificate for proposed use of land for additional 40 touring pitches (tents) for 60 days per year.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Canterbury | Date: 2025-10-20
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- 9 Stour Valley Close Upstreet Canterbury Kent CT3 4DB
T1- Common Oak (Quercus robur) crown reduction by 1 meter. T2- Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus) felling to allow greater light & access to outbuilding & reduce suppression of oak. T3- Yew (Taxus baccata
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Canterbury | Date: 2023-09-19
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- 6 Abingdon Grove Upstreet Canterbury Kent CT3 4DW
Alterations to windows and balcony together with addition of roof lights to side elevations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Canterbury | Date: 2023-08-16
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A brief summary of Upstreet in Kent

Property prices in Upstreet show an average sale price of £385,702, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 10 crimes reported in the Upstreet area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Upstreet has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: Upstreet, Ford, Maypole and Oldtree, Hoath, Hollow Street and Chislet Forstal, Chislet and Chitty, Boyden Gate, Chislet. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Upstreet includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Stodmarsh SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Stodmarsh; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Stodmarsh; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Stodmarsh. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Upstreet

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Upstreet. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Upstreet.

The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Upstreet were listed building and heritage (2), tree works (2), outline applications (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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