Search Westbere planning applications

41 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Westbere · updated daily · Canterbury City Council

Only 9 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 41 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Water Meadows Primary School Shaftesbury Road Hersden Kent CT3 4HSAwaiting decisionDetails submitted pursuant to condition 7 (ecological management plan) of planning permission CA/26/00831/FUL.Received 5 Nov 2026CA/26/01839
Water Meadows Primary School Shaftesbury Road Hersden Kent CT3 4HSAwaiting decisionDetails submitted pursuant to conditions 6 (CMP) and 11 (Drainage) of planning permission CA/26/00831.Received 26 Oct 2026CA/26/01773
19 Church Lane Westbere Kent CT2 0HAAwaiting decisionSingle-storey detached outbuilding.Received 12 Oct 2026CA/26/01699
27 Church Lane Westbere Kent CT2 0HAAwaiting decisionVariation of condition 2 (drawings) of planning permission CA/25/01288/FUL for erection of car port together with cladding and render to all elevations of dwelling; to allow relocation of car port.Received 30 Sep 2026CA/26/01630
Waterfield Hall Westbere Lane Westbere Kent CT2 0HHApprovedT1) Beech - Crown reduction of a third (3metres) located to front of property.Received 24 Sep 2026Decided 29 Oct 2026CA/26/01591

Planning in Westbere

Approved: 98%; 39 of 39 decided
Decision time: about 8 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Westbere in the last 24 months, from Canterbury City Council's planning register.

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Around Westbere

Postcode districts

CT2 306 applications in the last 12 monthsCT3 371 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Canterbury City Council

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About Westbere

Westbere is a charming village and civil parish located in Kent, England, approximately 4 miles (6.4 km) north-east of Canterbury city centre along the A28 road leading to the Isle of Thanet. This quaint area offers a unique blend of rural character and accessibility, making it a notable spot for planning applications and local development inquiries. The settlement has a population of approximately 309 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Canterbury district.

Westbere 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 Westbere show an average sale price of £371,260, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Westbere 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 Westbere a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Westbere has 19 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Westbere 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 Westbere, 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, 50 planning applications were submitted near Westbere. Of these, 98% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), listed building and heritage (14), amendments (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Westbere?

In the last 24 months, 50 planning applications were submitted near Westbere. The approval rate is 98%.

How long do planning decisions take near Westbere?

The average planning decision time near Westbere 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 Westbere?

The planning approval rate near Westbere is 98%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Westbere?

The most common type of planning application near Westbere is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Westbere?

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