Biddenden, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Biddenden, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
About Biddenden
Biddenden is a predominantly agricultural village and civil parish located in the borough of Ashford, Kent, approximately 5 miles north of Tenterden. Nestled in the Weald of Kent, the village has historical significance as a centre for the Wealden iron industry and clothmaking, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications related to agricultural development and heritage conservation.
Population: 2,661 (2021) · Area: 29.1 km²
District: Ashford
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £347,567 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Ashford
- Parliamentary constituency: Weald of Kent
- LSOA: Ashford 011B
Crime Statistics
9 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 6
- anti-social-behaviour: 2
- vehicle-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Biddenden.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Biddenden.
- 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 Biddenden based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Biddenden.
- - Land at Sutherland Road (north of Our Lady and St Paul's RC Primary School), Land at Sutherland Road (north of Our Lady and St Paul's RC Primary School), Address Line 2 and Land at Junction of Lennox Walk and Argyle Street, Heywood
Submission of details to comply with conditions 9 (Investigation and Risk Assessment) and 14 (CMP) of planning permission 24/00622/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Rochdale | Date: 2025-12-02
View full details - - Greenacres Farm Fishery, Sissinghurst Road, Biddenden, Ashford, TN27 8EH
Lawful Development Certificate - Existing - Confirmation of commencement works and a material start to planning permission PA/2024/0374
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Ashford | Date: 2025-10-22
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A brief summary of Biddenden in Kent
Biddenden is a predominantly agricultural village and civil parish located in the borough of Ashford, Kent, approximately 5 miles north of Tenterden. Nestled in the Weald of Kent, the village has historical significance as a centre for the Wealden iron industry and clothmaking, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications related to agricultural development and heritage conservation. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,661 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Ashford district.
Biddenden covers an area of approximately 29.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Biddenden show an average sale price of £347,567, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were 9 crimes reported in the Biddenden area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.
Biddenden 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 Biddenden includes 7 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, Biddenden 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 Biddenden
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Biddenden. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Biddenden.
At 59 days on average, decisions near Biddenden slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Biddenden were full planning applications (8), tree works (5), amendments (4). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 20 smaller schemes were submitted.
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