Godden Green, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Godden Green, Kent.
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About Godden Green
Godden Green is a quaint hamlet located just 1 mile east of Sevenoaks, Kent, within the civil parish of Seal in the Sevenoaks District. Nestled on the eastern edge of Knole Park, it features a large green and the Buck's Head pub, operated by Shepherd Neame. The area falls under the ecclesiastical parish of St Peter and St Paul, Seal, and is bordered to the south by Bitchet Green Road at Fawke Common, making it a unique spot for potential planning applications.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £821,490 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Sevenoaks
- Parliamentary constituency: Sevenoaks
- LSOA: Sevenoaks 007B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Godden Green.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Godden 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 Godden Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Godden Green.
- - The Thatched Cottage Blackhall Lane Godden Green Kent TN15 0HR
Amendment to 24/02277/HOUSE to lower building into landscape, remove rooflights, alterations to door and window positions, dormer and overhanging bridge.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2025-09-23
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A brief summary of Godden Green in Kent
Godden Green is a quaint hamlet located just 1 mile east of Sevenoaks, Kent, within the civil parish of Seal in the Sevenoaks District. Nestled on the eastern edge of Knole Park, it features a large green and the Buck's Head pub, operated by Shepherd Neame. The area falls under the ecclesiastical parish of St Peter and St Paul, Seal, and is bordered to the south by Bitchet Green Road at Fawke Common, making it a unique spot for potential planning applications.
Property prices in Godden Green show an average sale price of £821,490, 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 Godden Green a particularly low-crime area.
Godden 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 Godden Green includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): One Tree Hill and Bitchet Common SSSI, Oldbury and Seal Chart SSSI, Knole Park SSSI; 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, Godden Green 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 Godden Green
In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Godden Green. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Godden Green may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Godden Green were tree works (19), discharge of conditions (3), amendments (3). 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
- 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.