Bitchet Green, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bitchet Green, Kent.
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About Bitchet Green
Bitchet Green is a village and civil parish situated in the Sevenoaks district of Kent, England. Nestled in the picturesque valley between the North Downs and the Greensand Ridge, it lies to the north-east of Sevenoaks, making it an attractive area for planning applications and developments in a scenic landscape.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £821,490 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Tonbridge and Malling
- Parliamentary constituency: Tonbridge
- LSOA: Tonbridge and Malling 006E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bitchet Green.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bitchet 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 Bitchet Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Bitchet Green.
- - 1 Foxbury Close Stone Street Kent TN15 0EF
Non-material amendment to 25/01705/FUL.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - Land South West Of Stone Street Farmhouse Stone Street Seal Kent
Details pursuant to condition 10 (Acoustics) of 25/01002/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - Land South West Of Stone Street Farmhouse Stone Street Seal Kent
Details pursuant to condition 11 (Acoustics Verification Report) of 25/01002/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - Land South West Of Stone Street Farmhouse Stone Street Seal Kent
Details pursuant to condition 18 (Sensitive Lighting Strategy) of 25/01002/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - Land South West Of Stone Street Farmhouse Stone Street Seal Kent
Details pursuant to condition 20 (Glare and Light Spill) of 25/01002/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - Land South West Of Stone Street Farmhouse Stone Street Seal Kent
Details pursuant to condition 16 (Noise Management Plan) of 25/01002/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - 2 Five Went Ways Cottages Bitchet Green Road Stone Street Seal Sevenoaks Kent TN15 0LR
Demolition of existing single storey element and construction of single storey rear extension. Construction of detached garden outbuilding. Construction of porch to front door. Associated landscaping
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2023-03-22
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A brief summary of Bitchet Green in Kent
Bitchet Green is a village and civil parish situated in the Sevenoaks district of Kent, England. Nestled in the picturesque valley between the North Downs and the Greensand Ridge, it lies to the north-east of Sevenoaks, making it an attractive area for planning applications and developments in a scenic landscape.
Property prices in Bitchet Green show an average sale price of £821,490, 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 Bitchet Green a particularly low-crime area.
Bitchet Green has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Ightham Mote, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Bitchet Green includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): One Tree Hill and Bitchet Common SSSI, Oldbury and Seal Chart 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bitchet Green 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 Bitchet Green
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Bitchet Green. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bitchet Green may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Bitchet Green were discharge of conditions (6), amendments (1).
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
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