Culverstone Green, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Culverstone Green, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
About Culverstone Green
Meopham, a large linear village and civil parish in the Borough of Gravesham, Kent, spans 6.5 square miles and is situated south of Gravesend. As of the 2021 census, it has a population of 6,795 and is noted for its impressive 7-mile length, making it one of the longest linear settlements in Europe. This unique layout and its mix of two villages and smaller settlements may influence planning applications in the area, highlighting the need for careful consideration of infrastructure and community services.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Gravesham
- Parliamentary constituency: Gravesham
- LSOA: Gravesham 013C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Culverstone Green.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Culverstone Green.
- 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 Culverstone Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
15 planning applications found near Culverstone Green.
- - 9 Willow Wood Road Meopham Gravesend Kent DA13 0QT
Application for a non-material amendment to planning permission reference number 20251152 to allow addition of a 2m x 2m roof lantern to the permitted rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Gravesham | Date: 2026-03-27
View full details - - Kent Tor Wrotham Road Culverstone Gravesend Kent DA13 0RE
Application for the approval of condition 5 (Biodiversity Enhancement Plan), condition 6 (Foul and Surface Water Sewerage Disposal), condition 8 (Hard Landscaping) and condition 9 (Soft Landscaping) a
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Gravesham | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - 4 Ashleigh Close Meopham Gravesend Kent DA13 0TS
Erection of a single storey side/rear extension with roof light.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Gravesham | Date: 2025-12-02
View full details - - Cader Idris Poultry Farm Gravesend Road Wrotham Sevenoaks Kent TN15 7JS
Conversion of existing chicken shed to Class C3 (residential dwelling) partial demolition of existing building and outbuildings, increase in eaves and ridge height, changes to fenestration, creation o
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - Woodlands Oak Farm Lane Fairseat Kent TN15 7JU
Details pursuant to condition 4 (demolition & construction environmental management plan - CEMP) of 25/01088/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2025-10-06
View full details - - Woodlands Oak Farm Lane Fairseat Kent TN15 7JU
Details pursuant to condition 6 (EV charging) of 25/01088/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2025-10-06
View full details - - Pine View Whitepost Lane Culverstone Gravesend Kent DA13 0TH
Demolition of conservatory and erection of a single storey rear extension with flat roof and roof light.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Gravesham | Date: 2025-09-08
View full details - - Dreamscape Oak Farm Lane Fairseat Kent TN15 7JU
Demolition of existing garden outbuilding and erection of new garden outbuilding.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2025-09-03
View full details - - Greenwood Carters Hill Lane Meopham Gravesend Kent DA13 0UG
Erection of two rear dormers in existing roof slope to allow for the creation of a study and shower room.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Gravesham | Date: 2024-10-23
View full details - - 1 Bonnyacre Farm Cottages Wrotham Road Meopham Kent DA13 0RF
Details pursuant to condition 4 (tree protection) of 20/01373/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2023-03-29
View full details - - 1 Bonnyacre Farm Cottages Wrotham Road Meopham Kent DA13 0RF
Details pursuant to condition 11 (parking) of 20/01373/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2023-03-29
View full details - - 1 Bonnyacre Farm Cottages Wrotham Road Meopham Kent DA13 0RF
Details pursuant to condition 6 (construction method, species and implementation and maintenance regime) of 20/01373/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2023-03-29
View full details - - 1 Bonnyacre Farm Cottages Wrotham Road Meopham Kent DA13 0RF
Details pursuant to condition 10 (precautionary mitigation strategy) of 20/01373/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2023-03-29
View full details - - 1 Bonnyacre Farm Cottages Wrotham Road Meopham Kent DA13 0RF
Details pursuant to condition 2 (external surfaces) of 20/01373/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2023-03-29
View full details - - Heysbrig Whitepost Lane Culverstone Gravesend Kent DA13 0TZ
Erection of single storey rear and side extension, proposed loft conversion with inclusion of dormers, alteration to existing roof including raising of ridge by 1m, new external finishes with internal
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Gravesham | Date: 2023-02-02
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A brief summary of Culverstone Green in Kent
Meopham, a large linear village and civil parish in the Borough of Gravesham, Kent, spans 6.5 square miles and is situated south of Gravesend. As of the 2021 census, it has a population of 6,795 and is noted for its impressive 7-mile length, making it one of the longest linear settlements in Europe. This unique layout and its mix of two villages and smaller settlements may influence planning applications in the area, highlighting the need for careful consideration of infrastructure and community services.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Culverstone Green a particularly low-crime area.
Culverstone Green has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Fairseat, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Culverstone Green includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Halling to Trottiscliffe Escarpment SSSI; 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 Culverstone Green
In the last 24 months, 37 planning applications were submitted near Culverstone Green. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Culverstone Green maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
At 62 days on average, decisions near Culverstone Green slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Culverstone Green were full planning applications (17), discharge of conditions (8), tree works (6). Full planning applications account for 46% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 22 applications
- Refused: 4 applications
- Awaiting decision: 11 applications
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.