How long do planning decisions take near Brook?

The average planning decision time near Brook is 70 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Brook?

The most common type of planning application near Brook is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Brook?

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Brook, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Brook, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

Planning applications in Brook are administered by Ashford Borough Council. View the full Ashford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Brook

Brook is a quaint village and civil parish located in the borough of Ashford, Kent, approximately 4.5 miles (7.2 km) east-northeast of Ashford town centre. This small community offers a unique rural setting, making it an interesting area for potential planning applications and developments.

Population: 329 (2021) · Area: 4.0 km²

District: Ashford

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £438,290 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Folkestone and Hythe
Parliamentary constituency: Ashford
LSOA: Folkestone and Hythe 001C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Brook.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Brook.

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 Brook based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Brook.

- Rivendale, The Street, Brook, TN25 5PF
Lawful Development Certificate – Proposed - Single-storey rear extension, insertion of windows to the side elevation at ground floor level; following demolition of the existing conservatory
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Ashford | Date: 2026-06-04
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- Wexford Cottage, The Street, Brook, TN25 5PG
Application for Lawful Development Certificate for the proposed installation of an EV Home Charger
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Ashford | Date: 2023-09-15
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A brief summary of Brook in Kent

Brook covers an area of approximately 4.0 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 Brook show an average sale price of £438,290, 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 Brook a particularly low-crime area.

Brook 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 Brook includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wye and Crundale Downs SSSI; 19 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Kent Downs; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Wye & Crundale 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 Brook

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Brook. The average decision time was 70 days.

At 70 days on average, decisions near Brook slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Brook were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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