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Planning in Borough Green

Approved
87%
26 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Borough Green in the last 24 months, from Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council's planning register.

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About Borough Green

Borough Green is a civil parish located in the Tonbridge and Malling borough of Kent, England. It lies along the A25 road, connecting Maidstone and Sevenoaks, and is bisected by the M26 motorway, which separates it from the nearby village of Wrotham. This strategic location makes Borough Green a key area for planning applications, with easy access to major transport routes. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,335 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Tonbridge and Malling district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Borough Green area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Borough Green a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Borough Green has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Borough 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Borough Green, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Borough Green. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 84 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), outline applications (6), tree works (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Borough Green?
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Borough Green. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Borough Green?
The average planning decision time near Borough Green is 84 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Borough Green?
The planning approval rate near Borough Green is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Borough Green?
The most common type of planning application near Borough Green is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Borough Green?
You can search and track planning applications near Borough Green on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.