Bearsted, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bearsted, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
Planning applications in Bearsted are administered by Maidstone Borough Council. View the full Maidstone Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Bearsted
Bearsted is a charming village and civil parish located in mid-Kent, just two miles east of Maidstone. It features a railway station, making it easily accessible for commuters and those interested in planning applications in this growing area.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £357,820 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Maidstone
- Parliamentary constituency: Maidstone and Malling
- LSOA: Maidstone 002E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bearsted.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bearsted.
- 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 Bearsted based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
64 planning applications found near Bearsted.
- - 20 Tasker Close Bearsted Kent ME15 8NZ
Erection of single storey rear and side extensions. Addition of decked patio area.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-06-12
View full details - 26/502234/FULL - 20 Tasker Close Bearsted Kent ME15 8NZ
Erection of single storey rear and side extensions. Addition of decked patio area.
Status: Undecided | Council: Maidstone | Date: 2026-06-12 - 26/502233/FULL - 2 Tower Lane Bearsted Kent ME14 4JJ
Section 73 - Application for Variation of Conditions (2 and 3) To change the window frames to black uPVC, install solar panels to the flat roof kitchen extension and change some of the brickwork to re
Status: Undecided | Council: Maidstone | Date: 2026-06-10 - - 2 Tower Lane Bearsted Kent ME14 4JJ
Section 73 - Application for Variation of Conditions (2 and 3) To change the window frames to black uPVC, install solar panels to the flat roof kitchen extension and change some of the brickwork to re
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-06-10
View full details - 26/502160/LBC - The White Horse Inn The Green Bearsted Kent ME14 4DL
Listed Building Consent for repair and replacement of windows and timber grilles. New lead flashing to the roof, repaint railings, new doors to cellar drop. External works: Installation of new festoon
Status: Undecided | Council: Maidstone | Date: 2026-06-08 - - The White Horse Inn The Green Bearsted Kent ME14 4DL
Listed Building Consent for repair and replacement of windows and timber grilles. New lead flashing to the roof, repaint railings, new doors to cellar drop. External works: Installation of new festoon
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-06-08
View full details - - The White Horse Inn The Green Bearsted Kent ME14 4DL
Repair and replacement of windows and timber grilles. New lead flashing to the roof, repaint railings, new doors to cellar drop. External works: Installation of new festoon lighting and posts, new boa
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-06-08
View full details - 26/502159/FULL - The White Horse Inn The Green Bearsted Kent ME14 4DL
Repair and replacement of windows and timber grilles. New lead flashing to the roof, repaint railings, new doors to cellar drop. External works: Installation of new festoon lighting and posts, new boa
Status: Undecided | Council: Maidstone | Date: 2026-06-08 - - 2 Tower Lane Bearsted Kent ME14 4JJ
Erection of replacement garage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-05-26
View full details - - 32 The Grove Bearsted Kent ME14 4JB
Lawpro Development Certificate for proposed loft conversion with 2no. rooflights
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - 26/501880/LAWPRO - 32 The Grove Bearsted Kent ME14 4JB
Lawpro Development Certificate for proposed loft conversion with 2no. rooflights
Status: Undecided | Council: Maidstone | Date: 2026-05-18 - - 25 Sandy Mount Bearsted Kent ME14 4PJ
Tree Preservation Order application: Oak - Prune tree. Current height of the tree is 45m with a spread of 25m. The height will not be affected, the new spread will be 20m
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-05-11
View full details - - Briarwood Tower Lane Bearsted Kent ME14 4JH
Erection of a single storey front extension and steps.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-04-24
View full details - 26/501555/FULL - Briarwood Tower Lane Bearsted Kent ME14 4JH
Erection of a single storey front extension and steps.
Status: Undecided | Council: Maidstone | Date: 2026-04-24 - - 13 Aldington Road Bearsted Kent ME14 4AN
Erection of a single storey rear extension and conversion of existing garage into utility room.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-04-23
View full details - - 5 Manor Close Bearsted Kent ME14 4BY
Erection of a single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-04-23
View full details - 26/501576/FULL - 5 Manor Close Bearsted Kent ME14 4BY
Erection of a single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Council: Maidstone | Date: 2026-04-23 - - 95 Ashford Road Bearsted Kent ME14 4BS
Submission of details pursuant to condition 4 (ecology enhancement) subject to application 25/505185/FULL.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-04-22
View full details - 26/501535/SUB - 95 Ashford Road Bearsted Kent ME14 4BS
Submission of details pursuant to condition 4 (ecology enhancement) subject to application 25/505185/FULL.
Status: Undecided | Council: Maidstone | Date: 2026-04-22 - - 26 The Landway Bearsted Kent ME14 4BD
Demolition of conservatory and garage and erection of part single storey, part two storey extensions to each side, a single storey rear extension and a front porch.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-04-22
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A brief summary of Bearsted in Kent
Bearsted is a charming village and civil parish located in mid-Kent, just two miles east of Maidstone. It features a railway station, making it easily accessible for commuters and those interested in planning applications in this growing area.
Property prices in Bearsted show an average sale price of £357,820, 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 Bearsted a particularly low-crime area.
Bearsted 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 Bearsted includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Spot Lane Quarry SSSI; 16 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Kent Downs. 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, Bearsted 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 Bearsted
In the last 24 months, 103 planning applications were submitted near Bearsted. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Bearsted.
At 57 days on average, decisions near Bearsted slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Bearsted were full planning applications (44), discharge of conditions (12), tree works (8). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 74 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 28 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Withdrawn: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 72 applications
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