How long do planning decisions take near Burrswood?

The average planning decision time near Burrswood is 52 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 Burrswood?

The planning approval rate near Burrswood is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Burrswood?

The most common type of planning application near Burrswood is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Burrswood?

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Burrswood, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Burrswood, Kent.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £529,093 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Tunbridge Wells
Parliamentary constituency: Tunbridge Wells
LSOA: Tunbridge Wells 006E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Burrswood.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Burrswood based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Burrswood.

- HIGH BEECHES, 24 ORCHARD RISE, GROOMBRIDGE, TN3 9RZ
GARAGE CONVERSION, FENESTRATION ALTERATIONS AND FIRST FLOOR EXTENSION
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-03-04
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- Court Lodge Groombridge Road Groombridge Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 9PS
Submission of Details in relation to Condition 8 (Biodiversity Enhancements) of 25/00216/FULL.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-02-04
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- 2 The Walks The Green Groombridge Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 9QH
Listed Building Consent - New garden access steps with part demolition of existing wall
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-01-30
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- Court Lodge Groombridge Road Groombridge Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 9PS
Dining room extension, carriageway ceiling replaced and internal re-planning of 20th century east wing
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2025-12-10
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- Burrswood Lodge Bird In Hand Street Groombridge Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 9QJ
Submission of Details in relation to Condition 4 - (Detailed specification for external repairs) & Condition 5 - (Details of balcony, weatherboarding & joinery) of 24/02795/LBC
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2025-01-31
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- Court Lodge Groombridge Road Groombridge Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 9PS
Listed Building Consent - Refurbishment of existing bathroom to include demolition of a modern non load bearing partition.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2024-06-03
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- St Francis, Fundraising Office, Estate Office, Accounts Office, Shalom & St Lawrence Burrswood Groombridge Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 9PU
EIA Screening Opinion - Conversion of offices & residential to 3 dwellings, including alterations to fenestration, removal of porch canopies and first floor external access, demolition of 2 stores and
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2024-05-29
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- 2 The Walks The Green Groombridge Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 9QH
Listed Building Consent - Enlarge bathroom to accommodate a shower
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2024-01-31
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A brief summary of Burrswood in Kent

Burrswood is a settlement located in Kent, England.

Property prices in Burrswood show an average sale price of £529,093, 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 Burrswood a particularly low-crime area.

Burrswood 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 Burrswood includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): High Weald. 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 Burrswood

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Burrswood. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Burrswood may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Burrswood were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (4), tree works (3). Full planning applications account for 47% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 3 medium-scale applications, 15 smaller schemes were submitted.

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