How long do planning decisions take near Barming?

The average planning decision time near Barming is 132 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 Barming?

The planning approval rate near Barming is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Barming?

The most common type of planning application near Barming is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Barming?

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Barming, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Barming, Kent.

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About Barming

Barming is a civil parish located in the Maidstone District of Kent, England, just west of Maidstone town. As of the 2011 census, it had a population of 2,690. While the eastern part of Barming is integrated into the urban landscape of Maidstone, the majority of the parish remains rural, with the River Medway marking its southern edge. This blend of urban and rural environments may influence planning considerations in the area.

Population: 1,753 (2021)

District: Maidstone

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £380,210 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Maidstone
Parliamentary constituency: Maidstone and Malling
LSOA: Maidstone 008F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Barming.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Barming based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Barming.

- 36 South Street Barming Kent ME16 9EY
The installation of a new exterior flue and the re-routing of the current interior wood burner ducting to this new flue.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-05-06
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- 103 Heath Road Maidstone Kent ME16 9JT
Proposed demolition of existing rear extension and garage and erection of a part two and part single storey side and rear extensions, erection of two single storey front extensions, with raised rear p
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-05-05
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26/501267/FULL - 5 Priorsdean Close Barming Kent ME16 9EZ
Erection of single storey front and rear extensions. First floor side extension, loft conversion with side extension including roof alterations. Changes to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Council: Maidstone | Date: 2026-03-31
- 143 Heath Road Barming Kent ME16 9HJ
Demolition of existing conservatory, erection of single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-03-31
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- 5 Priorsdean Close Barming Kent ME16 9EZ
Erection of single storey front and rear extensions. First floor side extension, loft conversion with side extension including roof alterations. Changes to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-03-31
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- 32 North Street Barming Kent ME16 9HF
Erection of a two-storey rear extension, a loft conversion with 1no. roof light and insertion of 1no. roof light to existing rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-02-20
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- 594 Tonbridge Road Maidstone Kent ME16 9DH
Lawful development certficate of proposed Loft conversion with roof alteration rear dormer and two front roof windows
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-02-05
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- 2 The Old School South Street Barming Kent ME16 9EY
Tree Preservation Order application: TPO 9 of 1988 - T1 - Bay Tree - Reduction of crown height from 5m to 3.5m and lateral spread reduction from 6m to 4m. Crown raised to 3m. Removal of deadwood as fo
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2025-05-07
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- 46 North Street Barming Kent ME16 9HF
Erection of single storey side and rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2023-11-30
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A brief summary of Barming in Kent

Property prices in Barming show an average sale price of £380,210, 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 Barming a particularly low-crime area.

Barming 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 Barming includes 13 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Barming

In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Barming. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 132 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Barming maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

With an average of 132 days, decisions near Barming take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Barming were full planning applications (15), outline applications (7), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 48% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 large-scale (major) developments, 2 medium-scale applications, 21 smaller schemes were submitted.

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