How long do planning decisions take near Upton?

The average planning decision time near Upton is 55 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 Upton?

The planning approval rate near Upton is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Upton?

The most common type of planning application near Upton is tree works applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Upton?

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Upton, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upton, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

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Population: 704 (2020) · Area: 3.5 km² · Elevation: 228m

District: Hardin County

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £345,254 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Thanet
Parliamentary constituency: East Thanet
LSOA: Thanet 010A

Crime Statistics

148 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 55
criminal-damage-arson: 20
anti-social-behaviour: 19
shoplifting: 15
other-theft: 11
public-order: 8
vehicle-crime: 7
drugs: 4
other-crime: 4
possession-of-weapons: 3
bicycle-theft: 1
burglary: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Upton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Upton.

- Flint Cottage Bromstone Road Broadstairs Kent CT10 2HT
Application for Listed Building Consent for relocation of internal WC together with installation of French doors and flue to rear
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Thanet | Date: 2026-04-07
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- 77 The Vale Broadstairs Kent CT10 2BY
TH/TPO/4(2003) - 1No Holm Oak - cut back branches from house by 2m, lateral branch reduction by 1.5m and height reduction by 3m
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Thanet | Date: 2026-03-23
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- 9 Grenville Way Broadstairs Kent CT10 2JR
B/TPO/1(1956)A42 - 1No Cherry (Prunus) (T1) - Fell and grind stump.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Thanet | Date: 2026-03-09
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- 29 Salisbury Avenue Broadstairs Kent CT10 2DU
Erection of rear dormer with juliet balcony, together with hip-to-gable roof extension and installation of 4no. rooflights
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Thanet | Date: 2026-03-06
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- 42 Luton Avenue Broadstairs Kent CT10 2DH
B/TP0/4(1968)T1 1 No. Walnut Tree (T1) - Trim branch that crosses over payment by 2 metres, trim branch in front of the upstairs flat by 1.5 metres.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Thanet | Date: 2026-02-17
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- 7 The Ridgeway Broadstairs Kent CT10 2HB
Erection of front and rear dormer together with hip to gable enlargement, erection of rear extension following demolition of existing and installation of raised decking
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Thanet | Date: 2026-02-11
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- 3 The Ridgeway Broadstairs Kent CT10 2HB
Erection of a single storey rear extension following the demolition of existing rear projection, together with alterations to roof
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Thanet | Date: 2026-01-13
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- 35 Brassey Avenue Broadstairs Kent CT10 2DS
Application for approval of Condition 6 (Materials) attached to Planning Permission F/TH/24/0231 for the erection of a single storey annexe within side garden
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Thanet | Date: 2025-01-23
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- The Old Police Station 58-60 Gladstone Road BROADSTAIRS Kent CT10 2TA
NO. 3 LIME TREES T1,T4,T9NO.1 BIRCH TREES T2NO.6 YEW TREES T3,T6,T7,T8,T10,T11NO.1 HOLLY TREES T5PRUNE TREES AS OVERHANGING FOLIAGE IS NOW GOING INTO OUR ROOF AND OVERGROWING INTO OUR GARDEN
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Thanet | Date: 2023-06-14
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A brief summary of Upton in Kent

Upton is a settlement located in Kent, England. The settlement has a population of approximately 704 (2020 estimate). It sits within the Hardin County district.

Upton sits at an elevation of 228 metres above sea level and covers an area of approximately 3.5 km². 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 Upton show an average sale price of £345,254, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Upton area recorded 148 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Upton has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Upton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Thanet Coast SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Thanet Coast; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Thanet Coast & Sandwich Bay; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Thanet Coast & Sandwich Bay. 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, Upton 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 Upton

In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Upton. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Upton maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Upton were tree works (16), full planning applications (10), outline applications (7). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 19 applications
Refused: 3 applications
Awaiting decision: 13 applications

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