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Planning in Barming

Only 7 decisions near Barming in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Barming in the last 24 months, from Maidstone Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Barming

Postcode districts

ME16 215 applications in the last 12 monthsME15 327 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Maidstone Borough Council

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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,753 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Maidstone district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Barming 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 Barming a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Barming has 13 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Barming 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 Barming, 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, 42 planning applications were submitted near Barming.

The most common types were full planning applications (19), outline applications (7), tree works (2). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Barming?
In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Barming.
What types of planning applications are most common near Barming?
The most common type of planning application near Barming is full planning applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Barming?
You can search and track planning applications near Barming on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.