How long do planning decisions take near Beal's Green?

The average planning decision time near Beal's Green is 48 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 Beal's Green?

The planning approval rate near Beal's Green is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Beal's Green?

The most common type of planning application near Beal's Green is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Beal's Green?

You can search and track planning applications near Beal's Green on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.

Beal's Green, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Beal's Green, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

View council

About Beal's Green

Hawkhurst is a charming village and civil parish situated in the Tunbridge Wells borough of Kent, England. Nestled near the East Sussex border, it lies approximately 12 miles southeast of Royal Tunbridge Wells and is part of the picturesque High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making it an attractive location for potential planning applications.

Enter a postcode to search for planning applications near Beal's Green.

Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £500,548 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Tunbridge Wells
Parliamentary constituency: Tunbridge Wells
LSOA: Tunbridge Wells 014E

Crime Statistics

19 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 8
shoplifting: 4
criminal-damage-arson: 2
anti-social-behaviour: 1
drugs: 1
other-theft: 1
public-order: 1
theft-from-the-person: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Beal's Green.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Beal's Green.

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 Beal's Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Beal's Green.

- Lower Ellenden Farm Water Lane Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5AX
Prior Notification under Class R for change of use of agricultural building to a workshop
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-03-24
View full details
- Hawkhurst North Wastewater Treatment Works, Heartenoak Road, Hawkhurst, Cranbrook, Kent TN18 5EY
Request for a Screening Opinion as to whether the proposed increase in storm storage capacity and a reduction in phosphorus requires an Environmental Impact Assessment
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Kent | Date: 2023-08-23
View full details

Use the filter and sort options to search descriptions, addresses, and references. Sort by newest or oldest applications.

A brief summary of Beal's Green in Kent

Property prices in Beal's Green show an average sale price of £500,548, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 19 crimes reported in the Beal's Green area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Beal's Green 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 Beal's Green includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Robins Wood SSSI; 20 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, Beal's Green 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 Beal's Green

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Beal's Green. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

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

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Beal's Green were tree works (4), full planning applications (3), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

Nearby Towns

Explore planning applications in nearby areas:

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.