Hawkenbury (TN12), Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hawkenbury (TN12), Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
Planning applications in Hawkenbury (TN12) are administered by Ashford Borough Council. View the full Ashford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
District: Headcorn
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £405,476 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Maidstone
- Parliamentary constituency: Weald of Kent
- LSOA: Maidstone 018B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hawkenbury (TN12).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hawkenbury (TN12).
- 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 Hawkenbury (TN12) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Hawkenbury (TN12).
- - 4 Hare And Hounds Cottages Hawkenbury Road Hawkenbury Kent TN12 0DZ
Lawful Development Certificate for the construction of two roof dormers forming a single-storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - Hawkenbury Barn Hawkenbury Road Hawkenbury Kent TN12 0EA
Listed Building Consent for alterations to fenestration comprising installation of one conservation rooflight to the front roof slope, to the right side of the wagon entrance midstrey and insertion of
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - Hawkenbury Barn Hawkenbury Road Hawkenbury Kent TN12 0EA
Listed Building Consent for the installation of one conservation rooflight between existing rafters to east elevation, addition of one window to south elevation and four windows to west elevation.
Status: Rejected | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2025-11-14
View full details - - 2 Hawkenbury Farm Cottages Hawkenbury Road Hawkenbury Kent TN12 0EA
Demolition of existing rear conservatory. Erection of a single storey rear and a single storey side extension with 5no. roof lights and changes to fenestration (for a person with a disability.)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2025-01-15
View full details - - School House Farm Boarden Lane Staplehurst Tonbridge Kent TN12 0EB
Prior notification for the change of use of a building and any land within its curtilage from agricultural to 1no. dwellinghouses and associated operation development. For its prior approval to: - Tra
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2024-03-27
View full details - - School House Farm Boarden Lane Staplehurst Tonbridge Kent TN12 0EB
Prior notification for the change of use of a building and any land within its curtilage from agricultural to 1no. dwellinghouse and associated operation development. For its prior approval to: - Tran
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2024-03-27
View full details - - School House Farm Boarden Lane Staplehurst Tonbridge Kent TN12 0EB
Erection of a single storey garage building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2023-12-21
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A brief summary of Hawkenbury (TN12) in Kent
Hawkenbury (TN12) is a settlement located in Kent, England. It sits within the Headcorn district.
Property prices in Hawkenbury (TN12) show an average sale price of £405,476, 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 Hawkenbury (TN12) a particularly low-crime area.
Hawkenbury (TN12) 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 Hawkenbury (TN12) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Beult SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Hawkenbury (TN12) 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 Hawkenbury (TN12)
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Hawkenbury (TN12). Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 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 Hawkenbury (TN12).
The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Hawkenbury (TN12) were listed building and heritage (3), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
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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.