Bethersden, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bethersden, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
Planning applications in Bethersden are administered by Ashford Borough Council. View the full Ashford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Bethersden
Bethersden is a charming village and civil parish situated in the Ashford borough of Kent, England, approximately 5 miles west of Ashford town. Positioned along the A28 road, which connects Tenterden and Ashford, the area offers potential for various planning applications due to its strategic location and accessibility.
Population: 1,669 (2021) · Area: 26.1 km²
District: Ashford
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Area Information
- Admin district: Ashford
- Parliamentary constituency: Weald of Kent
- LSOA: Ashford 012B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bethersden.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bethersden.
- 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 Bethersden based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
289 planning applications found near Bethersden.
- - New Barn Farm, Pluckley Road, Bethersden, TN26 3EU
Lawful Development Certificate - Proposed - Planning conditions met and a 'lawful commencement' to the project has been made (22/00972/AS).
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Ashford | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - Cherry Trees, Norton Lane, Bethersden, Ashford, TN26 3AL
Erection of 3 self build dwellings, together with all associated landscaping and infrastructure
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Ashford | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - Claremont, The Street, Bethersden, TN26 3AD
T1 Yew Tree - Remove to ground level - due to tree being dead
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Ashford | Date: 2026-03-11
View full details - - 25, Rosedale, School Road, Bethersden, TN26 3AH
Two-storey side and single-storey rear extension and relocation of front door following demolition of existing garage.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Ashford | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - Romney House, The Street, Bethersden, TN26 3AD
T1 - Willow Tree - Re-pollard 4m in height and laterally, limbs back to previous points.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Ashford | Date: 2025-08-19
View full details - - Swift House, Ground Floor, The Street, Bethersden, TN26 3AG
Change of use from cookery school (F1) to residential to create one-bedroom flat
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: Ashford | Date: 2025-08-12
View full details - - New Barn Farm, Pluckley Road, Bethersden, TN26 3EU
Details pursuant to Conditions 3 (Great Crested Newt Licence), 5 (Transport Construction Management Plan), 6 (Disposal of Sewage) & 9 (Habitat Biodiversity Plan) of planning application 22/00972/AS
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Ashford | Date: 2025-07-21
View full details - - Madrona Nursery, Pluckley Road, Bethersden, Ashford, TN26 3DD
Details submitted pursuant to conditions 6 (landscaping scheme) of planning permission PA/2022/2876
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Ashford | Date: 2025-04-03
View full details - - Hardy House, The Street, Bethersden, Ashford, TN26 3AG
Prior approval for the change of use and conversion of a commercial building to create 1no dwelling house
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Ashford | Date: 2025-03-31
View full details - - 28 Forgefield, Bethersden, Ashford, TN26 3BL
Lawful Development Certificate - Proposed - Extension to rear elevation with a flat roof design.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Ashford | Date: 2025-03-26
View full details - - St Margaret's Church, Church Hill, Bethersden, Ashford, Kent, TN26 3AQ
Tree 2001 - Common Oak. Decay in old tear wound to lower northern limb. End weight reduction of approximately 60% on lower northern limb, cut back approximately nine metres from a fifteen metre long l
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Ashford | Date: 2025-03-24
View full details - - Brissenden Green, Ashford Road, Bethersden
Lawful development certificate - proposed - Creation of a mosaic of wetland features along a more naturally functioning reach of watercourse, to improve drought resilience and water quality, reduce do
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Ashford | Date: 2024-12-06
View full details - - Sunnyside, The Street, Bethersden, TN26 3AD
W6 - twisted willow. Tree stands around 13m tall with the rough lateral branch length of 5m Proposal reduce height by 3m down to 10m and reduce the lateral branches by 1.5m to 3.5m. W2 -willow tree. P
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Ashford | Date: 2024-11-04
View full details - - The George Inn, The Street, Bethersden, TN26 3AG
Installation of kitchen flue
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Ashford | Date: 2024-10-22
View full details - - London House, The Street, Bethersden, TN26 3AD
Erection of Self Build Dwelling to include amenity space provision and parking. Plus part demolition of existing garages associated with the former sorting office facility.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Ashford | Date: 2024-10-15
View full details - - Court Lodge, Church Hill, Bethersden, TN26 3AQ
Listed Building consent for superstructure repairs to areas of external brickwork, internal brickwork, plasterwork, timber skirtings and mouldings.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Ashford | Date: 2024-09-30
View full details - - The George Inn, The Street, Bethersden, TN26 3AG
Listed Building Consent for the installation of new electric fan and flue to existing flue collar and base.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Ashford | Date: 2024-09-13
View full details - - 2, Surrenden House, George Grove, Bethersden, TN26 3BT
T1 - Ash - Fell tree to ground level -The tree is exhibiting signs of ash dieback, including brown spots on leaves and branch dieback in the crown. The tree is causing damage to the fence by leaning a
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Ashford | Date: 2024-06-28
View full details - - Court Lodge, Church Hill, Bethersden, TN26 3AQ
Replacement and repair of existing timber fenestration, with new timber doors and single glazed windows.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Ashford | Date: 2024-06-13
View full details - - Church Cottage, The Street, Bethersden, TN26 3AD
T1 - yew tree - removal due to damaging the boundary wall.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Ashford | Date: 2024-05-07
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A brief summary of Bethersden in Kent
Bethersden is a charming village and civil parish situated in the Ashford borough of Kent, England, approximately 5 miles west of Ashford town. Positioned along the A28 road, which connects Tenterden and Ashford, the area offers potential for various planning applications due to its strategic location and accessibility. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,669 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Ashford district.
Bethersden covers an area of approximately 26.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bethersden a particularly low-crime area.
Bethersden 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 Bethersden includes 10 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Bethersden 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 Bethersden
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Bethersden. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 83 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bethersden may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 83 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Bethersden were full planning applications (8), tree works (8), outline applications (7). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 10 medium-scale applications, 21 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 20 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 10 applications
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.