How long do planning decisions take near Bean?

The average planning decision time near Bean is 103 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 0%. 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 4 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

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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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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £377,491 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dartford
Parliamentary constituency: Dartford
LSOA: Dartford 008D

Crime Statistics

238 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

shoplifting: 171
violent-crime: 17
criminal-damage-arson: 11
anti-social-behaviour: 10
other-theft: 9
other-crime: 6
drugs: 4
theft-from-the-person: 4
vehicle-crime: 3
public-order: 2
robbery: 1

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

1 planning application found near Bean.

- Land At Bean Lane Dartford Greenhithe Kent DA9 9EB
Proposed installation of a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) plus ancillary infrastructure and equipment
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Dartford | Date: 2025-04-29
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A brief summary of Bean in Kent

Property prices in Bean show an average sale price of £377,491, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Bean area recorded 238 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Bean. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 103 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.

With an average of 103 days, decisions near Bean take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Bean were discharge of conditions (4), full planning applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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