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Planning in Forstal

Approved
100%
31 of 31 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Tonbridge and Malling Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Forstal

Postcode districts

ME20 153 applications in the last 12 monthsME16 215 applications in the last 12 monthsME14 396 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council

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About Forstal

Forstal is a settlement located within the parish of Aylesford in Kent, England. This area is part of the larger Aylesford community, making it relevant for those researching planning applications and development opportunities in the surrounding region. It sits within the Aylesford district.

Property prices in Forstal show an average sale price of £523,036, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Forstal 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 Forstal a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Forstal 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 Forstal, 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, 56 planning applications were submitted near Forstal. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 94 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), outline applications (6), tree works (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Forstal?
In the last 24 months, 56 planning applications were submitted near Forstal. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Forstal?
The average planning decision time near Forstal is 94 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 Forstal?
The planning approval rate near Forstal is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Forstal?
The most common type of planning application near Forstal is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Forstal?
You can search and track planning applications near Forstal on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.