Wingmore, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Wingmore, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
About Wingmore
Wingmore is a quaint village located in the Elham Valley of Kent, England, positioned between Canterbury and Folkestone. Nestled on the B2065, it features a charming mix of cottages and farms, contributing to its rural character. As of the 2011 Census, Wingmore's population was recorded within the civil parish of Elham, making it a small but integral part of the local community, which may be of interest for planning applications in the region.
District: Elham
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £385,702 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Ashford
- Parliamentary constituency: Weald of Kent
- LSOA: Ashford 001C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Wingmore.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wingmore.
- 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 Wingmore based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near Wingmore.
- - RIVER COTTAGE, STRAIGHT HILL, WINGMORE, CANTERBURY, CT4 6LT
Listed building consent for brick chimney and hearth addition to the existing garden room.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Shepway | Date: 2025-12-19
View full details - - RIVER COTTAGE, STRAIGHT HILL, WINGMORE, CANTERBURY, CT4 6LT
Proposed brick chimney and hearth addition to the existing garden room.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shepway | Date: 2025-12-19
View full details - - RIVER COTTAGE, STRAIGHT HILL, WINGMORE, CANTERBURY, CT4 6LT
Approval of details pursuant to Condition 3 (materials), 4 (joinery work), 5 (detailed drawings) of Listed Building Consent 25/0444/FH
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Shepway | Date: 2025-07-07
View full details - - RIVER COTTAGE, STRAIGHT HILL, WINGMORE, CANTERBURY, CT4 6LT
Demolition of the porch and flue at the rear of the building. Proposed ground and first floor extension to the rear of the property with a hipped gable roof. Minor alterations to the existing landscap
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shepway | Date: 2025-03-07
View full details - - RIVER COTTAGE, STRAIGHT HILL, WINGMORE, CANTERBURY, CT4 6LT
Listed Building Consent for the demolition of the porch and flue at the rear of the building. Proposed ground and first floor extension to the rear of the property with a hipped gable roof. Minor alte
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Shepway | Date: 2025-03-07
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A brief summary of Wingmore in Kent
Wingmore is a quaint village located in the Elham Valley of Kent, England, positioned between Canterbury and Folkestone. Nestled on the B2065, it features a charming mix of cottages and farms, contributing to its rural character. As of the 2011 Census, Wingmore's population was recorded within the civil parish of Elham, making it a small but integral part of the local community, which may be of interest for planning applications in the region. It sits within the Elham district.
Property prices in Wingmore show an average sale price of £385,702, 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 Wingmore a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Wingmore includes 8 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Kent Downs. 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, Wingmore 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 Wingmore
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Wingmore. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Wingmore may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 62 days on average, decisions near Wingmore slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Wingmore were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (3), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.