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Planning in Chainhurst

No decisions near Chainhurst in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Chainhurst

Chainhurst is a picturesque Wealden village located in Kent, England, within the Marden civil parish and Maidstone District. Situated approximately 2 miles north of Marden, the village lies below Bidborough Ridge and south of the River Beult floodplain, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications due to its scenic landscape and proximity to local amenities. It sits within the Maidstone district.

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

The area around Chainhurst has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chainhurst 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 Chainhurst, 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, 3 planning applications were submitted near Chainhurst.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chainhurst?
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Chainhurst.
What types of planning applications are most common near Chainhurst?
The most common type of planning application near Chainhurst is discharge of conditions, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Chainhurst?
You can search and track planning applications near Chainhurst on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.