Grove Green, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Grove Green, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
Planning applications in Grove Green are administered by Ashford Borough Council. View the full Ashford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Grove Green
Grove Green is a suburban housing development located near Maidstone in Kent, partially within the Weavering village and included in the civil parish of Boxley. Its proximity to the M20 motorway makes it an attractive option for London commuters. The area also offers community amenities, including a youth group and the Grove Green Scout Group, catering to young residents.
District: Boxley
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £357,820 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Maidstone
- Parliamentary constituency: Faversham and Mid Kent
- LSOA: Maidstone 001C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Grove Green.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Grove 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 Grove Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
31 planning applications found near Grove Green.
- 26/502615/FULL - 5 Wents Wood Weavering Kent ME14 5BL
Demolition of existing conservatory and erection of single storey rear extensions to dining room and garage, including insertion of new window to side.
Status: Undecided | Council: Maidstone | Date: 2026-07-09 - - 5 Wents Wood Weavering Kent ME14 5BL
Demolition of existing conservatory and erection of single storey rear extensions to dining room and garage, including insertion of new window to side.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-07-09
View full details - - 1 Baron Close Bearsted Kent ME14 4PZ
Retrospective application for a change of use of amenity land and erection of a 1.88m fence.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-07-06
View full details - - Rose House Weavering Street Weavering Kent ME14 5JR
Erection of new entrance lobby,installation of sun pipe to principle elevation, removal of chimney.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-06-19
View full details - 26/502326/SUB - Griffins Weavering Street Weavering Kent ME14 5JS
Submission of details pursuant to conditions 4 (water efficiency statement), 5 (details of renewable/low carbon energy measures), and 6 (privacy screens), subject to application 26/501113/FULL.
Status: Undecided | Council: Maidstone | Date: 2026-06-17 - - Griffins Weavering Street Weavering Kent ME14 5JS
Submission of details pursuant to conditions 4 (water efficiency statement), 5 (details of renewable/low carbon energy measures), and 6 (privacy screens), subject to application 26/501113/FULL.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-06-17
View full details - 26/502296/SUB - 1 Baron Close Bearsted Kent ME14 4PZ
Submission of details pursuant to condition 4 - Ecology enhancement, Subject to 26/500519/FULL
Status: Undecided | Council: Maidstone | Date: 2026-06-15 - - 1 Baron Close Bearsted Kent ME14 4PZ
Submission of details pursuant to condition 4 - Ecology enhancement, Subject to 26/500519/FULL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-06-15
View full details - - 14 Briar Fields Weavering Kent ME14 5UZ
Garage conversion into habitable room with the erection of a front porch and the erection of a single storey rear including insertion of a roof lantern and changes to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-06-02
View full details - 26/501954/FULL - 3 Betony Gardens Weavering Kent ME14 5FR
Removal of existing garage doors and brick pier and replacement with matching double width garage door.
Status: Undecided | Council: Maidstone | Date: 2026-05-20 - - 3 Betony Gardens Weavering Kent ME14 5FR
Removal of existing garage doors and brick pier and replacement with matching double width garage door.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-05-20
View full details - - Newnham Court Inn Newnham Court Farm Bearsted Road Weavering Kent ME14 5LH
Installation of 12no. electric vehicle charging bays and associated substation, power unit/rectifier and feeder pillar.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - - Griffins Weavering Street Weavering Kent ME14 5JS
Demolition of existing bungalow and erection of replacement self-build two storey dwelling, Creation of rear paved terrace and front driveway with gate access.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-03-24
View full details - - 7 Threshers Drive Weavering Kent ME14 5UA
Demolition of existing shed and erection of a single storey garage with the insertion a permeable drive and a drop kerb.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - Land At Grovewood Drive North Weavering Kent ME14 5UT
Prior Notification for Electronic Communications for installation of a 20m monopole supporting 6no. antennas and 2no. 0.3m dishes, 2no. cabinets, associated ancillary equipment at works thereto.
Status: Undecided | Type: Telecoms | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-03-06
View full details - - Griffins Weavering Street Weavering Kent ME14 5JS
Erection of a first floor extension following part demolition of existing bungalow to create a two storey dwelling. Proposal includes a two storey front extension, two storey rear extension, single st
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - 1 Baron Close Bearsted Kent ME14 4PZ
Conversion of existing garage with first floor side extension. Erection of a single storey side and rear extension including 2no. rooflights and changes to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-02-11
View full details - - Cresswell Grove Green Lane Weavering Kent ME14 5JW
Erection of a one and a half storey front extension, a loft conversion including raising roof height, roof alterations, insertion of front and rear dormer windows and changes to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - 4 Wents Wood Weavering Kent ME14 5BL
TPO Application to crown reduce 7no. Field Maple trees (T1-T7) by 6m-7m from 12m high and 10m width to 6m high (previous reduction point) and 5m width. To reduce 1no. Norway Maple tree (T8) by 4m-5m f
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2025-10-02
View full details - - Tesco Stores Ltd Minor Centre Grovewood Drive North Weavering Kent ME14 5TQ
Advert consent to install 3no. internally illuminated Fascia signs and 4no. Graphic signs.
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2025-09-24
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A brief summary of Grove Green in Kent
Grove Green is a suburban housing development located near Maidstone in Kent, partially within the Weavering village and included in the civil parish of Boxley. Its proximity to the M20 motorway makes it an attractive option for London commuters. The area also offers community amenities, including a youth group and the Grove Green Scout Group, catering to young residents. It sits within the Boxley district.
Property prices in Grove Green show an average sale price of £357,820, 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 Grove Green a particularly low-crime area.
Grove 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 Grove Green 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.
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Planning Activity in Grove Green
In the last 24 months, 59 planning applications were submitted near Grove Green. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Grove Green maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
At 68 days on average, decisions near Grove Green slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Grove Green were full planning applications (30), discharge of conditions (8), outline applications (3). Full planning applications account for 51% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 45 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 20 applications
- Refused: 3 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 35 applications
Nearby Towns
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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.