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Planning in Wye

Approved
79%
27 of 29 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Wye

Wye is a picturesque village located in the Ashford district of Kent, England, approximately 5 miles from Ashford and 12 miles from Canterbury. It serves as the principal settlement within the parish of Wye with Hinxhill and is notable for its historical association with Wye College, where the renowned Wye Challenger hop variety was developed. This charming village offers a blend of rural character and accessibility, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,282. It sits within the Wye with Hinxhill district.

Wye covers an area of approximately 24.1 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 Wye show an average sale price of £438,290, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wye 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 Wye a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Wye has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wye 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 Wye, 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, 43 planning applications were submitted near Wye. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were tree works (7), full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (6).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wye?
In the last 24 months, 43 planning applications were submitted near Wye. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wye?
The average planning decision time near Wye is 61 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 Wye?
The planning approval rate near Wye is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wye?
The most common type of planning application near Wye is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wye?
You can search and track planning applications near Wye on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.