Baker's Cross, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Baker's Cross, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
About Baker's Cross
Cranbrook, located in the Weald of Kent, is a town within the civil parish of Cranbrook and Sissinghurst. Positioned approximately 38 miles southeast of central London, it sits midway between Maidstone and Hastings, making it an important location for planning applications in the area.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Tunbridge Wells
- Parliamentary constituency: Tunbridge Wells
- LSOA: Tunbridge Wells 011E
Crime Statistics
33 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 9
- anti-social-behaviour: 8
- criminal-damage-arson: 6
- shoplifting: 4
- vehicle-crime: 4
- other-theft: 2
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Baker's Cross.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Baker's Cross.
- 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 Baker's Cross based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Baker's Cross.
- - The Store Dorothy Avenue Cranbrook Kent
Extension and conversion of outbuilding to 2 bedroom dwelling (self build).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - Land At Tilsden Lane Cranbrook Kent TN17 3PJ
Electricity Notification: Installation of substation
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2023-12-21
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A brief summary of Baker's Cross in Kent
Cranbrook, located in the Weald of Kent, is a town within the civil parish of Cranbrook and Sissinghurst. Positioned approximately 38 miles southeast of central London, it sits midway between Maidstone and Hastings, making it an important location for planning applications in the area.
The Baker's Cross area recorded 33 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.
Baker's Cross 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 Baker's Cross includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Robins Wood SSSI; 15 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): High Weald. 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, Baker's Cross 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.
Planning Activity in Baker's Cross
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Baker's Cross. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Baker's Cross may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 59 days on average, decisions near Baker's Cross slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Baker's Cross were discharge of conditions (7), full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (4).
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.