Dunton Green, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Dunton Green, Kent.
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About Dunton Green
Dunton Green is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Sevenoaks District of Kent, England, approximately 3 miles north of Sevenoaks. Nestled in the picturesque valley of the River Darent, it is part of the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, highlighting its scenic surroundings. Historically, Dunton Green was an ecclesiastical parish within Otford, with its former church dedicated to St John the Divine, making it a charming area for potential planning applications.
Population: 3,426 (2021)
District: Sevenoaks
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Area Information
- Admin district: Sevenoaks
- Parliamentary constituency: Sevenoaks
- LSOA: Sevenoaks 012B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Dunton Green.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Dunton 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 Dunton Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Dunton Green.
- - 12 Barretts Road Dunton Green Kent TN13 2UN
Non-material amendment to 24/00721/HOUSE.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2024-07-10
View full details - - Rye Wood Rye Lane Dunton Green Kent
Various works to trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2024-01-30
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A brief summary of Dunton Green in Kent
Dunton Green is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Sevenoaks District of Kent, England, approximately 3 miles north of Sevenoaks. Nestled in the picturesque valley of the River Darent, it is part of the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, highlighting its scenic surroundings. Historically, Dunton Green was an ecclesiastical parish within Otford, with its former church dedicated to St John the Divine, making it a charming area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,426 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Sevenoaks district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Dunton Green a particularly low-crime area.
Dunton Green 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 Dunton Green includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Sevenoaks Gravel Pits SSSI; 9 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 Dunton Green
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Dunton Green. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Dunton Green maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Dunton Green were discharge of conditions (8), full planning applications (3), amendments (2).
Nearby Towns
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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.