Search Wainscott planning applications

12 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Wainscott · updated daily · Medway Council

Only 4 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 12 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Land Adjacent To Court Lodge Lower Rochester Road Wainscott Rochester Medway ME3 8EHAwaiting decisionConstruction of a pair of semi-detached dwellings together with associated parking and bin storeReceived 21 Sep 2026MC/26/1810
68 Rolvenden Road Wainscott Rochester Medway ME2 4PGApprovedConstruction of a single storey side extension, porch to front and hardstanding area to front - demolition of existing side projectionReceived 18 Aug 2026Decided 2 Oct 2026MC/26/1573
68 Rolvenden Road Wainscott Rochester Medway ME2 4PGApprovedApplication for a Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) for a dormer to rear with roof lights to front along with juliet balcony to rear to facilitate living accommodation within the roof spaceReceived 18 Aug 2026Decided 24 Aug 2026MC/26/1575
34 Jarrett Avenue Wainscott Rochester Medway ME2 4NLApprovedApplication for a Lawful Development Certificate (proposed) for reinstatement of the front elevation comprising of temporary propping, replacement of the existing foundations and associated drainage and rebuilding of the elevation to match the existing materials and appearanceReceived 10 Aug 2026Decided 7 Sep 2026MC/26/1510
Court Lodge Lower Rochester Road Wainscott Rochester Medway ME3 8EHApprovedVariation of condition 2 on MC/23/1835 for alterations to the site layout, and internal /external design of new dwellings.Variation of conditionReceived 18 Jun 2026Decided 10 Aug 2026MC/26/1164

Planning in Wainscott

Approved: 95%; 18 of 19 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

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

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Around Wainscott

Postcode districts

ME2 256 applications in the last 12 monthsME3 235 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Medway Council

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About Wainscott

Wainscott is a small village located within the Rochester area of Kent, falling under the civil parish of Frindsbury Extra and the jurisdiction of Medway Council. Once a distinct settlement, by 1950 it had merged with the residential expansion of Strood. Surrounded by agricultural land and woodlands such as Great Chattenden Wood and Cockham Woods, Wainscott offers a unique blend of rural charm and proximity to urban amenities, making it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the region. It sits within the Frindsbury Extra district.

Property prices in Wainscott show an average sale price of £347,190, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wainscott 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 Wainscott a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Wainscott has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wainscott 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 Wainscott, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Wainscott. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wainscott?

In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Wainscott. The approval rate is 95%.

How long do planning decisions take near Wainscott?

The average planning decision time near Wainscott is 50 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 Wainscott?

The planning approval rate near Wainscott is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wainscott?

The most common type of planning application near Wainscott is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wainscott?

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