Frinsted, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Frinsted, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
Planning applications in Frinsted are administered by Maidstone Borough Council. View the full Maidstone Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Frinsted
Frinsted, also known as Frinstead, is a quaint village and civil parish located within the Maidstone District of Kent. Its historical significance dates back to the Domesday Book, where it notably stood out as the only local settlement with a church. Situated in the Hundred of Eyhorne, Frinsted offers a unique blend of heritage and community, making it an interesting area for planning applications.
Population: 168 (2021)
District: Maidstone
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £317,553 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Maidstone
- Parliamentary constituency: Faversham and Mid Kent
- LSOA: Maidstone 011D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Frinsted.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Frinsted.
- 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 Frinsted based on the last 24 months of planning data.
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A brief summary of Frinsted in Kent
Frinsted, also known as Frinstead, is a quaint village and civil parish located within the Maidstone District of Kent. Its historical significance dates back to the Domesday Book, where it notably stood out as the only local settlement with a church. Situated in the Hundred of Eyhorne, Frinsted offers a unique blend of heritage and community, making it an interesting area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 168 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Maidstone district.
Property prices in Frinsted show an average sale price of £317,553, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Frinsted a particularly low-crime area.
Frinsted has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Milstead, 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 Frinsted includes 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Frinsted 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.
Planning Activity in Frinsted
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Frinsted. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Frinsted may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Frinsted were tree works (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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Related Planning Guides
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