How long do planning decisions take near Westwood (CT9)?

The average planning decision time near Westwood (CT9) is 54 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 Westwood (CT9)?

The planning approval rate near Westwood (CT9) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Westwood (CT9)?

The most common type of planning application near Westwood (CT9) is advertising, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Westwood (CT9)?

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Westwood (CT9), Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Westwood (CT9), Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

Planning applications in Westwood (CT9) are administered by Ashford Borough Council. View the full Ashford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Westwood (CT9)

Westwood is a village and retail estate located in the Thanet district of Kent, England, situated just 1.9 miles (3.1 km) south of Margate. This area is notable for its commercial developments, making it a focal point for planning applications related to retail and community services.

District: Southfleet

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £321,985 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Thanet
Parliamentary constituency: Herne Bay and Sandwich
LSOA: Thanet 005B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Westwood (CT9).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Westwood (CT9).

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 Westwood (CT9) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Westwood (CT9).

- Former Homebase 1 Westwood Gateway Margate Road Broadstairs Kent CT10 2QU
Application for approval of Condition 8 (Electric Vehicle Charging Points) attached to Planning Permission F/TH/25/1037 for the subdivision of existing unit to create 2no. retail units together with e
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Thanet | Date: 2026-03-20
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- Unit K Channel Road Margate Kent CT9 4JR
Replacement of windows with UPVC windows to the front and side elevations at ground and first floor level
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Thanet | Date: 2026-02-11
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- Westwood Lodge Poorhole Lane Broadstairs Kent CT10 2PP
Application for approval of Condition 12 (Archaeology) attached to Planning Permission OL/TH/15/0788 for the outline planning permission OL/TH/15/0788 for the erection of 153 dwellings with all matter
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Thanet | Date: 2024-06-03
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- Unit 2 Pyramid Business Park Poorhole Lane BROADSTAIRS Kent CT10 2PT
Application for a Certificate of Lawful Development to confirm that planning permission F/TH/21/0439 for "Erection of a rear extension to the existing storage facility (B8 use class) and associated wo
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Thanet | Date: 2023-12-13
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A brief summary of Westwood (CT9) in Kent

Property prices in Westwood (CT9) show an average sale price of £321,985, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Westwood (CT9) a particularly low-crime area.

Westwood (CT9) 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.

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Planning Activity in Westwood (CT9)

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Westwood (CT9). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Westwood (CT9) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Westwood (CT9) were advertising consent (4), full planning applications (3), outline applications (2).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.

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