How long do planning decisions take near Bean?

The average planning decision time near Bean is 57 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 Bean?

The planning approval rate near Bean is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bean?

The most common type of planning application near Bean is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bean?

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Bean, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bean, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bean are administered by Dartford Borough Council. View the full Dartford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Bean

Bean is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the Borough of Dartford, Kent, approximately 4.4 miles southeast of Dartford and 5.4 miles southwest of Gravesend. With a population of 1,643 as of the 2011 census, Bean offers a snapshot of rural life in the region, making it a relevant area for planning applications and community development initiatives.

Population: 1,638 (2021)

District: Dartford

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Area Information

Admin district: Dartford
Parliamentary constituency: Dartford
LSOA: Dartford 012B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bean.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bean based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Bean.

26/00609/CDNA - Bean Cottage Shellbank Lane Bean Kent DA2 8AX
Submission of details relating to Ecological Enhancement Management Plan pursuant to Condition 13 of planning permission DA/23/01286/FUL (granted on appeal) for the demolition of the existing detached
Status: Undecided | Council: Dartford | Date: 2026-05-29
26/00486/CDNA - Bean Cottage Shellbank Lane Bean Kent DA2 8AX
Submission of details relating to hard & soft landscaping pursuant to Condition 4 of planning permission DA/23/01286/FUL (granted on appeal) for the demolition of the existing detached dwelling and ou
Status: Undecided | Council: Dartford | Date: 2026-04-28

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A brief summary of Bean in Kent

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bean a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Bean includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Darenth Wood SSSI; 11 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 Bean

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Bean. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Bean.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Bean slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Bean were discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (1), advertising consent (1).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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