How long do planning decisions take near Chegworth?

The average planning decision time near Chegworth is 48 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 Chegworth?

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

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 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Chegworth?

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Chegworth, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Chegworth, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

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

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.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £357,820 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Maidstone
Parliamentary constituency: Faversham and Mid Kent
LSOA: Maidstone 011E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Chegworth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Chegworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Chegworth.

- Chegworth Water Mill Chegworth Road Harrietsham Kent ME17 1DD
Listed Building Consent for relocation of existing kitchen, addition of new limestone flooring and under floor wet system heating, removal of modern gyproc partition walls, new partition wall to first
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2024-08-09
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- Chegworth Mill Farm Chegworth Road Harrietsham Kent ME17 1DD
Change of use of agricultural field to an 8no. pitch glamping site comprising 3no. yurts, 4no. safari tents and 1no. shepherds hut, including erection of a farm shop with associated storage, staff wel
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2024-01-19
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A brief summary of Chegworth in Kent

Property prices in Chegworth show an average sale price of £357,820, 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 Chegworth a particularly low-crime area.

Chegworth 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 Chegworth includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Kent 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 Chegworth

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Chegworth. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

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

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Chegworth were listed building and heritage (4), full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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