How long do planning decisions take near Walmer?

The average planning decision time near Walmer is 56 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 Walmer?

The planning approval rate near Walmer is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Walmer?

The most common type of planning application near Walmer is tree works applications, with 26 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Walmer?

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Walmer, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Walmer, Kent.

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About Walmer

Walmer is a coastal town in the Dover district of Kent, situated six miles southeast of Sandwich. Known for its scenic coastline and historic castle, it attracts a significant number of tourists. The population has grown from 6,693 in 2001 to 8,178 in the 2011 Census, making it an area of interest for planning applications and developments.

Population: 7,839 (2021)

District: Dover

Website: http://www.walmercouncil.co.uk/

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Area Information

Admin district: Dover
Parliamentary constituency: Dover and Deal
LSOA: Dover 005A

Crime Statistics

54 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 31
anti-social-behaviour: 9
other-theft: 5
criminal-damage-arson: 3
shoplifting: 2
other-crime: 2
burglary: 1
drugs: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Walmer.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Walmer based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

17 planning applications found near Walmer.

- 18 Salisbury Road Walmer CT14 7QQ
Erection of a single storey rear extension, raised decking, steps with glass balustrade and insertion of window to side elevation (partial demolition of garage/storeroom)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-05-06
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- 169 Dover Road Walmer CT14 7NB
Erection of a single storey side/rear extension to create an annex and two storey side extension (existing garage to be demolished)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-03-27
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- 2 Greenacre Drive Walmer CT14 7UQ
Re-pollard to previous pollard points one Holm Oak (T1) the subject of Tree Preservation Order No 1 of 1965
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-03-23
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- 80 Liverpool Road Walmer Deal Kent CT14 7NL
Reduce the south-west facing lateral canopies (only) by no more than 2 metres of two groups of Pines (G1 and G2) the subject of Tree Preservation Order No 9 of 2025.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-01-16
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- 12 Salisbury Road Walmer CT14 7QQ
Erection of a rear dormer window with Juliette balcony to facilitate a loft conversion
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2025-12-30
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- Formal Gardens And Ruins Lord Warden Avenue Walmer
Re-pollard back to previous pruning points one London Plane the subject of Tree Preservation Order No 1 of 1959.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dover | Date: 2025-11-17
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- 31 Granville Road Walmer CT14 7LQ
Crown lift to 4 metres over driveway, building and neighbouring property and prune back laterals on north and north east side of the canopy by approximately 1.5 metres of one Silver Birch (T1) the sub
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dover | Date: 2025-08-31
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- 27 Granville Road Walmer Deal Kent CT14 7LQ
Crown reduce by 4 metres overall (30%) of a group of 3 Sycamores (G1) crown reduce by 4 metres overall leaving lower growth intact of one Sycamore (T1), all the subject of Tree Preservation Order No 1
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Dover | Date: 2025-05-28
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- 31 Granville Road Walmer Deal Kent CT14 7LQ
Re-pollard back to previous pruning points of two White Poplars the subject of Tree Preservation Order No 1 of 1959.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dover | Date: 2025-02-09
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- 6 St Mildreds Court Walmer CT14 7NH
Erection of pitched roof front extension, garage conversion and door opening to side elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2024-09-11
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- 5 Granville Road Walmer Deal CT14 7LU
Erection of a single storey rear/side extension, insertion of roof lights and replacement front porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2024-08-09
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- 57 Liverpool Road Walmer CT14 7LG
Sycamore (T1 and T2) - pollard to previous pruning points at approximately 8 metres in height, both the subject of Tree Preservation Order No 1 of 1959.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dover | Date: 2024-07-12
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- 57 Liverpool Road Walmer Kent CT14 7LG
Beech (T1 and T2) cut back all overhanging foliage to the boundary; Sycamore (T3, T4 and T5) crown raise to 5 metres above ground level, all the subject of Tree Preservation Order No 1 of 1959.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dover | Date: 2024-05-13
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- 21 Archery Square Walmer Kent CT14 7JA
T1 - Pittosporum - reduce back to previous points and re-shape, T2 - Myrtle -reduce to previous points, both situated within a conservation area.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Dover | Date: 2024-03-27
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- 26 Channel Lea Walmer CT14 7UG
Erection of single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2024-02-23
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- 29 Granville Road Walmer CT14 7LQ
T1 and T2 Sycamore and T3 Poplar - re-pollard to previous pruning points at approximately 7metres, all subject of Tree Preservation Order No 1 of 1959
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dover | Date: 2023-08-23
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- 27 Granville Road Walmer CT14 7LQ
T1 - Overall crown reduction by up to 4 metres of one Purple Norway Maple the subject of Tree Preservation Order No 1 of 1959
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dover | Date: 2023-08-08
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A brief summary of Walmer in Kent

The Walmer area recorded 54 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.

Walmer 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Walmer planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.walmercouncil.co.uk/. 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 Walmer

In the last 24 months, 64 planning applications were submitted near Walmer. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Walmer.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Walmer were tree works (26), full planning applications (19), discharge of conditions (7). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 30 applications
Refused: 3 applications
Withdrawn: 1 application
Awaiting decision: 30 applications

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