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Planning in Hever

Only 4 decisions near Hever in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Hever in the last 24 months, from Sevenoaks District Council's planning register.

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About Hever

Hever is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Sevenoaks District of Kent, England, nestled along the River Eden, a tributary of the River Medway. Spanning 3,062 acres, the parish encompasses the villages of Four Elms, Hever, and Markbeech, with a population that grew from 1,136 in 2001 to 1,231 by the 2011 Census. Its charming rural setting and historical significance make it a noteworthy area for planning applications and community development. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,238 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Sevenoaks district.

Property prices in Hever show an average sale price of £466,853, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hever 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 Hever a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hever has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hever 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 Hever, 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, 9 planning applications were submitted near Hever.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (6), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hever?
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Hever.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hever?
The most common type of planning application near Hever is discharge of conditions, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hever?
You can search and track planning applications near Hever on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.