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Planning in East Malling

Approved
88%
178 of 184 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of East Malling in the last 24 months, from Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by Tonbridge and Malling Borough CouncilCouncil page

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About East Malling

East Malling is a village located in the borough of Tonbridge and Malling, Kent, situated to the south of the A20 road. As of 2019, the village had an estimated population of 5,478 residents, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications and community developments.

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

The area around East Malling has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, East Malling 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 East Malling, 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, 232 planning applications were submitted near East Malling. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were tree works (60), full planning applications (57), outline applications (46). 9 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near East Malling?
In the last 24 months, 232 planning applications were submitted near East Malling. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near East Malling?
The average planning decision time near East Malling is 69 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 East Malling?
The planning approval rate near East Malling is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near East Malling?
The most common type of planning application near East Malling is tree works applications, with 60 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near East Malling?
You can search and track planning applications near East Malling on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.