How long do planning decisions take near Haffenden Quarter?

The average planning decision time near Haffenden Quarter is 80 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 Haffenden Quarter?

The planning approval rate near Haffenden Quarter is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Haffenden Quarter?

The most common type of planning application near Haffenden Quarter is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Haffenden Quarter?

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Haffenden Quarter, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Haffenden Quarter, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £413,876 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Ashford
Parliamentary constituency: Weald of Kent
LSOA: Ashford 002F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Haffenden Quarter.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Haffenden Quarter.

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 Haffenden Quarter based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Haffenden Quarter.

- New Luckhurst Farm, Bethersden Road, Smarden, Ashford, TN27 8QT
Discharge S106 planning obligation on planning permission 88/02202/AS
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: Ashford | Date: 2024-05-20
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A brief summary of Haffenden Quarter in Kent

Haffenden Quarter is a settlement located in Kent, England.

Property prices in Haffenden Quarter show an average sale price of £413,876, 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 Haffenden Quarter a particularly low-crime area.

Haffenden Quarter 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 Haffenden Quarter includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Haffenden Quarter

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Haffenden Quarter. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Haffenden Quarter.

The average decision period of 80 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Haffenden Quarter were discharge of conditions (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application was submitted.

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