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Planning in Chegworth

Only 1 decision near Chegworth in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Chegworth

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About Chegworth

Chegworth is a small hamlet located in the parish of Ulcombe within the Maidstone District of Kent. It features a limited number of around 20 dwellings, positioned along Chegworth Road, Chegworth Lane, and Water Lane, and is home to the historic Chegworth Water Mill, which sits alongside the River Len. This quaint setting may offer unique opportunities for planning applications, particularly related to heritage conservation and rural development.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chegworth 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 Chegworth, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Chegworth.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (3), full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chegworth?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Chegworth.
What types of planning applications are most common near Chegworth?
The most common type of planning application near Chegworth is listed building consent applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Chegworth?
You can search and track planning applications near Chegworth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.