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11 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Capel · updated daily · Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

Planning in Capel

Only 5 decisions near Capel in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Capel in the last 24 months, from Tunbridge Wells Borough Council's planning register.

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Postcode districts

TN12 376 applications in the last 12 monthsTN11 324 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

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About Capel

Capel is a civil parish and hamlet situated in the borough of Tunbridge Wells, Kent, approximately 3 miles east of Tonbridge. Nestled on the northern edge of the Weald, the southern portion of the parish is designated as part of the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with the majority of the area also included in the Metropolitan Green Belt. The parish encompasses several communities, including Castle Hill, Colts Hill, Five Oak Green, Postern, Tudeley, and Whetsted, making it a significant area for local planning considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,350 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Tunbridge Wells district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Capel 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 Capel a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Capel has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Capel 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 Capel, 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, 12 planning applications were submitted near Capel.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Capel?
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Capel.
What types of planning applications are most common near Capel?
The most common type of planning application near Capel is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Capel?
You can search and track planning applications near Capel on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.