Bessels Green, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bessels Green, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
Planning applications in Bessels Green are administered by Sevenoaks District Council. View the full Sevenoaks District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Bessels Green
Bessels Green is a village located on the north-western edge of Sevenoaks, Kent, now integrated into the town's urban area. Situated within the parish of Chevening, it is bisected by the A25 trunk route, making it a significant thoroughfare for traffic and potential development opportunities in the region.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £617,745 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Sevenoaks
- Parliamentary constituency: Sevenoaks
- LSOA: Sevenoaks 011E
Crime Statistics
17 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 7
- anti-social-behaviour: 3
- other-theft: 2
- criminal-damage-arson: 1
- drugs: 1
- possession-of-weapons: 1
- shoplifting: 1
- vehicle-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bessels Green.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bessels 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 Bessels Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
15 planning applications found near Bessels Green.
- - 22 Bessels Way Bessels Green Kent TN13 2QQ
1. Oak - Crown thin by removing all epicormic growth, from ground level throughout whole crown area Reason for works: Excessive epicormic growth to be removed to allow more light into the garden and i
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2026-04-15
View full details - - 21 Westerham Road Bessels Green Kent TN13 2PX
Part single, part two storey rear extension with roof lights. Alterations to fenestration and roof line.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - The Tile House Bessels Green Road Bessels Green Kent TN13 2PS
Front extension, rear extension with rooflights and rear dormers, solar panels, alterations to roof, removal of chimney, alterations to garage, alterations to fenestration, internal alterations rear t
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2026-01-07
View full details - - Land West Of Tippuk Packhorse Road Bessels Green Kent TN13 2QP
Demolition of existing stables and ancillary buildings, erection of two detached dwellings wit solar panels of two storey design (with accommodation in roofspace) to be served by detached garages (wit
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2025-12-19
View full details - - The Pump House Chipstead Place Gardens Sevenoaks Kent TN13 2RD
One large yew tree - to reduce crown by 2m in height and 3m laterally. One conifer to left of yew tree - to remove large codominant stem back to source that is encroaching on neighbours property, remo
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2025-09-02
View full details - - 5 Moat Close Chipstead Kent TN13 2HZ
Front Garden T1 Cherry - Crown reduce height 3m, sides to balance and rear garden for T2 Hornbeam - Crown reduce to previous pruning points.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2025-07-16
View full details - - 26 Witches Lane Riverhead Kent TN13 2AX
Variation of condition 4 of 24/03231/FUL to Demolition of existing dwelling and erection of replacement dwelling and one additional dwelling with garage outbuildings and associated landscaping with an
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - 65 Westerham Road Bessels Green Kent TN13 2QB
Landscaping & Driveway extension with new fencing and gate. Widening of access.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2025-04-14
View full details - - Linden Cottage Packhorse Road Bessels Green Kent TN13 2QP
Demolition of existing garage, rear extension and conservatory. Construction of two storey side with juliet balcony. Rear extension. front porch and replacement roof to provide room in the roof with r
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2025-03-26
View full details - - 13 Westerham Road Bessels Green Kent TN13 2PX
T1) - Beech tree. A hole of 2.5 x 1.2 metres to be dug in order to house a soakaway.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2024-12-13
View full details - - Lime Tree Cottage Packhorse Road Bessels Green Kent TN13 2QP
Two storey side and rear extensions with terrace and new chimney, with single storey front, rear extensions and conversion of part garage to habitable space. Alterations to existing roof and introduct
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2024-12-11
View full details - - Woodlands 59 Chipstead Lane Sevenoaks Kent TN13 2AJ
Cherry Tree - Remove due to extensive decay throughout the main stem and major ascending limbs.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2024-09-05
View full details - - 12 Witches Lane Riverhead Sevenoaks Kent TN13 2AU
Demolish part of existing garage and overhang. New single storey side extension with mono-pitched roof with rooflight. New hip roofed open porch. Alterations to fenestration. Re-rendering and oak deta
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2023-10-27
View full details - - 28 Woodfields Chipstead Sevenoaks Kent TN13 2RA
Non material amendment to 22/00607/HOUSE
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2023-08-11
View full details - - Dormers Cottage Bessels Green Road Bessels Green Sevenoaks Kent TN13 2PT
Internal alterations to convert property from two existing flats to a single family dwelling house. Alterations to fenestration.
Status: Rejected | Type: Heritage | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2023-06-22
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A brief summary of Bessels Green in Kent
Bessels Green is a village located on the north-western edge of Sevenoaks, Kent, now integrated into the town's urban area. Situated within the parish of Chevening, it is bisected by the A25 trunk route, making it a significant thoroughfare for traffic and potential development opportunities in the region.
Property prices in Bessels Green show an average sale price of £617,745, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were 17 crimes reported in the Bessels Green area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.
Bessels 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 Bessels Green includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Dryhill SSSI; 20 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.
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Planning Activity in Bessels Green
In the last 24 months, 50 planning applications were submitted near Bessels Green. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Bessels Green maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
At 59 days on average, decisions near Bessels Green slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Bessels Green were full planning applications (19), tree works (13), discharge of conditions (10). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 26 applications
- Refused: 4 applications
- Awaiting decision: 20 applications
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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.