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Planning in Baker's Cross

Approved
100%
23 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Baker's Cross in the last 24 months, from Tunbridge Wells Borough Council's planning register.

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About Baker's Cross

Baker's Cross is a settlement located in Kent, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Baker's Cross 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 (September 2026). This makes Baker's Cross a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Baker's Cross has 17 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Baker's Cross, 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, 45 planning applications were submitted near Baker's Cross. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (8), full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Baker's Cross?
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Baker's Cross. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Baker's Cross?
The average planning decision time near Baker's Cross is 64 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 Baker's Cross?
The planning approval rate near Baker's Cross is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Baker's Cross?
The most common type of planning application near Baker's Cross is discharge of conditions, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Baker's Cross?
You can search and track planning applications near Baker's Cross on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.