Bedgebury Cross, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bedgebury Cross, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
Planning applications in Bedgebury Cross are administered by Ashford Borough Council. View the full Ashford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Bedgebury Cross
Bedgebury Cross is a quaint hamlet situated in the civil parish of Goudhurst, nestled within the scenic Bedgebury Forest area of Kent. Positioned along the B2079 road, which connects Goudhurst to the A21 at Flimwell, this locale is steeped in history, with its name derived from a wayside cross that once marked the site. A charming reminder of this heritage can be found in the brickwork of a cottage's chimney, thoughtfully designed to replicate the original cross.
District: Goudhurst
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £463,157 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Tunbridge Wells
- Parliamentary constituency: Weald of Kent
- LSOA: Tunbridge Wells 014A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bedgebury Cross.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bedgebury Cross.
- 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 Bedgebury Cross based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Bedgebury Cross.
- 26/01371/FULL - 2 Priors Heath Goudhurst Cranbrook Kent TN17 2RE
Single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-06-18 - - 2 Priors Heath Goudhurst Cranbrook Kent TN17 2RE
Single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-06-16
View full details - - 2 Priors Heath Goudhurst Cranbrook Kent TN17 2RE
Single-storey rear extensions
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - Home Farm Bedgebury Road Goudhurst Cranbrook Kent TN17 2SJ
Submission of Details in relation to Condition 4 - (Programme of Building Recording details); Condition 5 - (Phased Programme of Archaeological Work details) of 22/01004/FULL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2023-06-14
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A brief summary of Bedgebury Cross in Kent
Bedgebury Cross is a quaint hamlet situated in the civil parish of Goudhurst, nestled within the scenic Bedgebury Forest area of Kent. Positioned along the B2079 road, which connects Goudhurst to the A21 at Flimwell, this locale is steeped in history, with its name derived from a wayside cross that once marked the site. A charming reminder of this heritage can be found in the brickwork of a cottage's chimney, thoughtfully designed to replicate the original cross. It sits within the Goudhurst district.
Property prices in Bedgebury Cross show an average sale price of £463,157, 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 Bedgebury Cross a particularly low-crime area.
Bedgebury Cross 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 Bedgebury Cross includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Combwell 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, Bedgebury Cross 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 Bedgebury Cross
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Bedgebury Cross. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bedgebury Cross may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 70 days on average, decisions near Bedgebury Cross slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Bedgebury Cross were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1).
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
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- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.