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Planning in High Halden

Approved
83%
10 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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About High Halden

High Halden is a village and civil parish located in the Ashford District of Kent, England, positioned on the A28 road that connects Ashford and Tenterden, just 3 miles (5 km) north of Tenterden. The area also encompasses the Tenterden suburb of St. Michaels, making it a key location for potential planning applications in this part of Kent. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,092 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Ashford district.

High Halden covers an area of approximately 15.2 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in High Halden 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 High Halden 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 High Halden a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around High Halden has 16 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, High Halden 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 High Halden, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near High Halden. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 93 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near High Halden?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near High Halden. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near High Halden?
The average planning decision time near High Halden is 93 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 High Halden?
The planning approval rate near High Halden is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near High Halden?
The most common type of planning application near High Halden is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near High Halden?
You can search and track planning applications near High Halden on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.