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Planning in Cross Keys

Approved
86%
12 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Cross Keys in the last 24 months, from Sevenoaks District Council's planning register.

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About Cross Keys

Cross Keys is a settlement located in Kent, England.

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

The area around Cross Keys has 22 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cross Keys 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 Cross Keys, 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, 34 planning applications were submitted near Cross Keys. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 days.

The most common types were tree works (15), full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cross Keys?
In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Cross Keys. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Cross Keys?
The average planning decision time near Cross Keys is 33 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 Cross Keys?
The planning approval rate near Cross Keys is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cross Keys?
The most common type of planning application near Cross Keys is tree works applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cross Keys?
You can search and track planning applications near Cross Keys on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.