The land is owned by Prince William – up to 2,500 houses could be built on the site (Image: Getty Images)
land could undergo a major transformation but not everyone is happy about it.
Plans to build a new primary school, shops and healthcare facilities on farmland owned by the future could go ahead soon.
This would include 2,500 homes to be built on the land leaving locals concerned about developers’ ideas for the area, reports .
The Duchy of Cornwall – a vast property portfolio headed by – hopes to construct the sprawling estate, dubbed South East Faversham, near Brenley Corner, between the M2 and A2.
The project is being promoted by the Duchy as a “sustainable urban extension” to the town, featuring ample green spaces and eco-friendly initiatives like a water recycling centre.
Part of the land which could see development is in Faversham (Image: Getty Images)
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However, many surrounding communities have opposed the idea with residents having a say on how it could impact the area.
Local campaigner and Boughton resident Peter Williams argues that such opportunities are all very well, but he wants to see the Duchy respond to the worries raised.
“The ruining of our community goes on, and our objections remain the same,” Mr Williams said.
“They’ve done very little to woo the that are going to be most affected by this application.
“There is already a green lung between Faversham and the villages and this application will erode that. The difference between listening and reacting is very dramatic and very important in planning.”
Ben Murphy, estates director for said there are now more specifics which they can share with residents, and they want to hear from as many people as possible.
An AI generated image shows what the homes could look like in South East Faversham (Image: Duchy of Cornwall)
The Duchy of Cornwall is a property portfolio headed by Prince William (Image: Getty Images)
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Mr Murphy said: “We’re always open to suggestions and adaptations, and this is a 20-year masterplan delivery proposal we’re putting forward. We have been listening – and we hope that will be the centre of this engagement.
“What we’re saying is ‘you’ve spoken, we’ve listened, we have much more detail to share with you now’ and we’re looking forward to hearing from as many people as possible.”
The Duchy has previously said South East Faversham will include “a diverse mix of housing”, with at least 875 affordable homes, of which 437 will be for social rent.
will focus on two and three-bedroom homes, alongside options for key workers and private renters. They also boast the estate will be 50 per cent open green space.
Swale Borough Council’s planning committee is expected to decide on the plans, submitted in December 2023, in the coming months, though no exact date has been set.