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Planning in Ferndale

Approved
95%
126 of 128 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Tunbridge Wells Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Ferndale

Postcode districts

TN1 220 applications in the last 12 monthsTN2 405 applications in the last 12 monthsTN4 259 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

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About Ferndale

Ferndale is a settlement located in Kent, England. It sits within the Casey County district.

Ferndale sits at an elevation of 1184 metres above sea level. The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Ferndale show an average sale price of £87,864, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ferndale 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 (May 2026). This makes Ferndale a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ferndale has 13 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ferndale 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Ferndale, 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, 258 planning applications were submitted near Ferndale. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (23), tree works (19), outline applications (18). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ferndale?
In the last 24 months, 258 planning applications were submitted near Ferndale. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ferndale?
The average planning decision time near Ferndale is 44 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 Ferndale?
The planning approval rate near Ferndale is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ferndale?
The most common type of planning application near Ferndale is full planning applications, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ferndale?
You can search and track planning applications near Ferndale on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.