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Planning in Cranbrook

Approved
98%
40 of 41 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Cranbrook

Cranbrook, located in the civil parish of Cranbrook and Sissinghurst in the Weald of Kent, is situated approximately 38 miles southeast of central London, making it a strategic point between Maidstone and Hastings. This charming town offers a blend of historical significance and modern amenities, making it an area of interest for planning applications and development in South East England. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,717. It sits within the Cranbrook & Sissinghurst district.

Property prices in Cranbrook show an average sale price of £563,309, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

The area around Cranbrook has 19 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cranbrook 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.cranbrook.org/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Cranbrook, 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, 78 planning applications were submitted near Cranbrook. Of these, 98% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), discharge of conditions (11), tree works (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cranbrook?
In the last 24 months, 78 planning applications were submitted near Cranbrook. The approval rate is 98%.
How long do planning decisions take near Cranbrook?
The average planning decision time near Cranbrook is 58 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 Cranbrook?
The planning approval rate near Cranbrook is 98%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cranbrook?
The most common type of planning application near Cranbrook is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cranbrook?
You can search and track planning applications near Cranbrook on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.