How long do planning decisions take near Bagham?

The average planning decision time near Bagham 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 Bagham?

The planning approval rate near Bagham is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bagham?

The most common type of planning application near Bagham is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bagham?

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Bagham, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bagham, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bagham are administered by Ashford Borough Council. View the full Ashford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Bagham

Chilham is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Borough of Ashford, Kent, approximately 5.5 miles southwest of Canterbury and 7 miles northeast of Ashford. The area is predominantly agricultural, with a charming village centre that features the Grade I-listed Chilham Castle and a collection of well-preserved residential listed buildings. The village has garnered attention as a filming location due to its scenic roads and historic architecture. Within the parish, the smaller settlement of Shottenden lies about 1.5 miles to the west.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £371,260 (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 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bagham.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bagham.

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 Bagham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Bagham.

- Merton House, Hambrook Lane, Chilham, CT4 8DJ
T1 - Silver Birch - Fell to ground level - dead (troll.severe.extremely) T2 - Yew - Fell to ground level (fruit.ruby.stylists) G1 - Remove branches overhanging fence from both sides of boundary up to
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Ashford | Date: 2026-03-12
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- Stableside, Hambrook Lane, Chilham, CT4 8DJ
T1 - Weeping Pear - Reduce by 2m in height and trim, T2 - Tulip Tree and T3 Willow Tree - Reduce by 4m in height and 3m off lateral limb, T4 - Maple Tree - Reduce by 3m in height and 2m off lateral li
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Ashford | Date: 2026-02-02
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- The Woolpack Inn, The Street, Chilham, CT4 8DL
T1 Castanea sativa - sweet chestnut. -Reduce the crown of the tree by the selective removal of between 2.5-3metres from the branch tips depending on the opportunities for cutting back to suitable live
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Ashford | Date: 2023-08-18
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A brief summary of Bagham in Kent

Property prices in Bagham show an average sale price of £371,260, 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 Bagham a particularly low-crime area.

Bagham has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Bagham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Down Bank SSSI; 6 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.

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Planning Activity in Bagham

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Bagham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bagham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 61 days on average, decisions near Bagham slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Bagham were tree works (5), discharge of conditions (3), listed building and heritage (1). 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, 1 medium-scale application, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.

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