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Planning in Headcorn

Approved
88%
14 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Headcorn in the last 24 months, from Maidstone Borough Council's planning register.

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About Headcorn

Headcorn is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the borough of Maidstone, Kent. Situated on the floodplain of the River Beult, it lies southeast of Maidstone, offering potential for various planning applications related to flood management and development in a scenic rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,277 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Maidstone district.

Property prices in Headcorn show an average sale price of £438,290, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Headcorn 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 Headcorn a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Headcorn has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Headcorn 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 Headcorn, 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, 71 planning applications were submitted near Headcorn. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (23), full planning applications (10), tree works (7). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Headcorn?
In the last 24 months, 71 planning applications were submitted near Headcorn. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Headcorn?
The average planning decision time near Headcorn is 63 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 Headcorn?
The planning approval rate near Headcorn is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Headcorn?
The most common type of planning application near Headcorn is discharge of conditions, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Headcorn?
You can search and track planning applications near Headcorn on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.