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Planning in Wittersham

Only 3 decisions near Wittersham in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wittersham in the last 24 months, from Ashford Borough Council's planning register.

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About Wittersham

Wittersham is a quaint village and civil parish located in the borough of Ashford, Kent, forming part of the scenic Isle of Oxney. Situated just two miles from the East Sussex border, this charming locale offers potential for various planning applications, reflecting its unique rural character and proximity to regional transport links. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,174 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Ashford district.

Wittersham covers an area of approximately 14.7 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 Wittersham show an average sale price of £526,055, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wittersham 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 Wittersham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Wittersham has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wittersham 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 Wittersham, 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, 4 planning applications were submitted near Wittersham.

The most common types were tree works (2), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wittersham?
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Wittersham.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wittersham?
The most common type of planning application near Wittersham is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wittersham?
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