Search Groombridge planning applications
13 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Groombridge · updated daily · Wealden District Council
Only 4 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.
- 24 Gromenfield, Groombridge, TN3 9RSAwaiting decisionINSTALLATION OF EXTERNAL AIR SOURCE HEATING/COOLING COMPRESSOR UNIT (GROUND MOUNTED) AT REAR OF DWELLING.Lawful Development - Proposed UseReceived 20 Oct 2026WD/2026/1969/LDP
- Gainsford House, Corseley Road, Groombridge, TN3 9SFRefusedAPPLICATION FOR A NON-MATERIAL AMENDMENT TO WD/2026/0625/F (PROPOSED ERECTION OF A DETACHED GARAGE WITH ANCILLARY ACCOMMODATION IN THE ROOF SPACE) WE WISH TO CONSTRUCT THE GARAGE FROM MASONRY MATERIALS USING BRICKWORK TO THE GROUND FLOOR AND VERTICAL TILING TO THE TWO GABLES AND FRONT DORMERS.Non-material amendmentReceived 11 Sep 2026Decided 1 Oct 2026WD/2026/1845/NMA
- Birchden Farm, Broadwater Forest Lane, Broadwater Forest, Groombridge, TN3 9NRAwaiting decisionPROPOSED DIVERSIFICATION OF FARM/VINEYARD TO AMALGAMATE TWO AGRICULTURAL/VITICULTURAL BUILDINGS TO PROVIDE A SINGLE MIXED-USE BUILDING FOR AGRICULTURAL/VITICULTURAL STORAGE, WINERY, FARM/VINEYARD OFFICE, ANCILLARY SHOP, RESTAURANT, EDUCATION AND TRAINING FACILITIES, ALONG WITH ASSOCIATED EXTERNAL ALTERATIONS, LANDSCAPING AND PACKAGE TREATMENT PLANT. RETROSPECTIVE ELEMENTS INCLUDE REPAIR AND REFURBISHMENT OF LEAN-TO, ENLARGED MEZZANINE FLOOR AND REGULARISATION OF THE PARKING AREAMajor Application - FullReceived 24 Aug 2026WD/2026/1364/MAJ
- Kingsclere, Florance Lane, Groombridge, TN3 9SHApprovedAPPLICATION FOR APPROVAL OF DETAILS RESERVED BY CONDITION 4 (Materials - Joinery Details) ATTACHED TO WD/2025/0225/FCondition DischargeReceived 19 Aug 2026Decided 15 Sep 2026WD/2026/1673/CD
- Gainsford House, Corseley Road, Groombridge, TN3 9SFApprovedPROPOSED ERECTION OF A DETACHED GARAGE WITH ANCILLARY ACCOMMODATION IN THE ROOF SPACE.FullReceived 24 Mar 2026Decided 27 May 2026WD/2026/0625/F
Planning in Groombridge
- Approved
- 92%
- 12 of 13 decided
- Decision time
- about 7 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Groombridge in the last 24 months, from Wealden District Council's planning register.
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TN3 285 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: Wealden District Council
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About Groombridge
Groombridge is a picturesque village with a population of approximately 1,600, located on the border of Kent and East Sussex. Just 4.5 miles from the larger town of Royal Tunbridge Wells, it offers a blend of rural charm and proximity to urban amenities, making it a relevant area for planning applications and developments. It sits within the Withyham district.
Property prices in Groombridge show an average sale price of £473,862, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Groombridge 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 Groombridge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Groombridge has 22 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Groombridge 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 Groombridge, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Groombridge. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (2), tree works (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.