How long do planning decisions take near Comp?

The average planning decision time near Comp is 184 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 Comp?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Comp?

The most common type of planning application near Comp is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Comp?

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Comp, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Comp, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

Planning applications in Comp are administered by Sevenoaks District Council. View the full Sevenoaks District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Comp

Comp is a quaint hamlet located within the civil parishes of Platt and Offham in the Tonbridge and Malling district of Kent, England. Its rural setting and community structure make it a unique area for planning applications, reflecting the charming characteristics of the surrounding countryside.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £653,059 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Sevenoaks
Parliamentary constituency: Sevenoaks
LSOA: Sevenoaks 010A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Comp.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Comp based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Comp.

- Orchard Place Cottage Comp Lane Platt Sevenoaks Kent TN15 8QU
Details of Condition 4(c) (Method statement- Insulating infill panels) submitted pursuant to planning permission TM/22/02202/LB (Listed Building Application: Repairs to timber frame, replacement of ce
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2026-01-13
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- LAMBARDS OAST, COMP LANE, PLATT, SEVENOAKS, TN15 8QS
Two storey rear extension, first floor central extension and single storey link extension. New windows and dormer windows. Conversion of outbuildings to habitable rooms and replacement outbuilding for
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2025-10-23
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- Lambards Oast, Comp Lane, Platt, Sevenoaks, TN15 8QS
Two storey rear extension, first floor central extension and single storey link extension. New windows and dormer windows. Conversion of outbuildings to habitable rooms and replacement outbuilding for
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2025-10-23
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- THE BARN, GREAT COMP, COMP LANE, PLATT, SEVENOAKS, TN15 8QS
Elevational changes, reconstruction of non-original porch, alterations to non-original annex, new rooflights and internal alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2024-12-10
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- Comp Corner Cottage, Seven Mile Lane, Borough Green, Sevenoaks, TN15 8QT
Proposed alterations, replacement conservatory, new sewage treatment plant and repairs.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2024-11-25
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- COMP CORNER COTTAGE, SEVEN MILE LANE, BOROUGH GREEN, SEVENOAKS, TN15 8QT
Listed Building Application: Proposed alterations, replacement conservatory, new sewage treatment plant and repairs.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2024-11-25
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A brief summary of Comp in Kent

Property prices in Comp show an average sale price of £653,059, 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 Comp a particularly low-crime area.

Comp has one conservation area within its boundaries: Platt. 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 Comp includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Comp

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Comp. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 184 days.

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

With an average of 184 days, decisions near Comp take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 7-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Comp were full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (4), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.

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