Aylesford, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Aylesford, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
Planning applications in Aylesford are administered by Tonbridge And Malling Borough Council. View the full Tonbridge And Malling Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Aylesford
Aylesford is a picturesque village and civil parish situated on the banks of the River Medway in Kent, England, approximately 4 miles northwest of Maidstone. Its scenic location and historical significance make it an area of interest for planning applications, particularly for developments that enhance the local community and environment.
Population: 11,671 (2021) · Area: 1777.3 km²
District: Tonbridge and Malling
Website: http://www.aylesfordpc.kentparishes.gov.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £523,036 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Tonbridge and Malling
- Parliamentary constituency: Chatham and Aylesford
- LSOA: Tonbridge and Malling 003F
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Aylesford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Aylesford.
- 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 Aylesford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
23 planning applications found near Aylesford.
- - 393 London Road Aylesford Kent ME20 7QA
Silver Birch (Betula pendula) - Fell to ground level and grind out the stump to below ground level
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2026-07-09
View full details - - 393 London Road Aylesford Kent ME20 7QA
Ash tree- fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2026-05-29
View full details - - 6 The Avenue Aylesford Kent ME20 7LG
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Construction of rear facing roof dormer
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - 2 Rowan Close Aylesford Kent ME20 7LP
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Loft conversion with rear dormer and front roof window
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - 61 The Avenue Aylesford Kent ME20 7LQ
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Conversion of loft to habitable room incorporating a rear dormer and roof lights to front roof slope. Alterations to ground floor rear fenestration
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2026-02-11
View full details - - Royal British Legion Industries Hall Road Aylesford Kent ME20 7NX
Details of conditions 22 (Site Investigation) and 28 (Preliminary Risk Assessment) submitted pursuant to planning permission TM/25/00382/PA (Demolition of existing building and structures to provide 1
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2026-01-20
View full details - - 23 Orchard Avenue Aylesford Kent ME20 7LX
Proposed side extension and garage conversion
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2026-01-09
View full details - - Royal British Legion Industries Hall Road Aylesford Kent ME20 7NX
Details of Condition 25 (Security measures) and 27 (Construction and Environmental Management Plan) submitted pursuant to planning permission TM/25/00382/PA (Demolition of existing building and struct
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - - 83, HIGH STREET, AYLESFORD, ME20 7AY
Listed Building Application: To remove tiles (approx 6,000) from South and East roof elevations, replace with new, clay, heritage tiles of close to existing colour. Repair, like for like, is proposed
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2025-11-03
View full details - - ROYAL BRITISH LEGION INDUSTRIES, HALL ROAD, AYLESFORD, ME20 7NX
Details of Conditions 24 (Part i) (Archaeological investigation), 31 (Surface water drainage) and 36 (Surface water drainage) submitted pursuant to planning permission TM/25/00382/PA (Demolition of ex
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2025-10-21
View full details - - 76, TEAPOT LANE, AYLESFORD, ME20 7JT
Single storey rear extension incorporating reduction of existing garage length
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2025-09-03
View full details - - 76, Teapot Lane, Aylesford, ME20 7JT
Single storey rear extension incorporating reduction of existing garage length
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2025-09-03
View full details - - 37, THE AVENUE, AYLESFORD, ME20 7LQ
Proposed Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2025-09-01
View full details - - 37, The Avenue, Aylesford, ME20 7LQ
Proposed Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2025-09-01
View full details - - 154, THE AVENUE, AYLESFORD, ME20 7RW
Construction of front entrance lobby
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2025-08-06
View full details - - 6, The Bounds, Aylesford, ME20 7LZ
Construction of single storey rear extension incorporating demolition of conservatory
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2025-06-20
View full details - - 228, STATION ROAD, AYLESFORD, ME20 7JH
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Single story rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2025-03-21
View full details - - 54, 56, 58 and 60 Hall Road, Aylesford, ME20 7QY
Hardstanding driveway to service property numbers 54, 56, 58 and 60
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2025-03-20
View full details - - 76, THE AVENUE, AYLESFORD, ME20 7LE
Demolition of existing garage and erection of ancillary annexe
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2024-09-11
View full details - - 18, SYCAMORE DRIVE, AYLESFORD, ME20 7LD
Proposed loft conversion incorporating rear flat roof dormer and 2 no. front rooflights
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2024-07-11
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A brief summary of Aylesford in Kent
Aylesford is a picturesque village and civil parish situated on the banks of the River Medway in Kent, England, approximately 4 miles northwest of Maidstone. Its scenic location and historical significance make it an area of interest for planning applications, particularly for developments that enhance the local community and environment. The settlement has a population of approximately 11,671 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Tonbridge and Malling district.
Aylesford covers an area of approximately 1777.3 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 Aylesford show an average sale price of £523,036, 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 Aylesford a particularly low-crime area.
Aylesford has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Aylesford, Holtwood, Aylesford, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Aylesford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Aylesford Pit SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Aylesford planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.aylesfordpc.kentparishes.gov.uk/. 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 Aylesford
In the last 24 months, 66 planning applications were submitted near Aylesford. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Aylesford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 78 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Aylesford were tree works (25), full planning applications (24), outline applications (13). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
In terms of development scale, 6 medium-scale applications, 60 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 34 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 31 applications
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