How long do planning decisions take near Hildenborough?

The average planning decision time near Hildenborough is 58 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 Hildenborough?

The planning approval rate near Hildenborough is 71%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hildenborough?

The most common type of planning application near Hildenborough is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hildenborough?

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Hildenborough, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hildenborough, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hildenborough are administered by Tonbridge And Malling Borough Council. View the full Tonbridge And Malling Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Hildenborough

Hildenborough is a picturesque village and rural parish situated in the Tonbridge and Malling borough of Kent, England. Located just 2 miles northwest of Tonbridge and 5 miles southeast of Sevenoaks, the village is nestled in the River Medway valley, adjacent to the North Downs, within the scenic Weald region. This charming location may present unique planning opportunities and considerations for prospective developers and planners.

Population: 4,977 (2021)

District: Tonbridge and Malling

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £453,975 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Tonbridge and Malling
Parliamentary constituency: Tonbridge
LSOA: Tonbridge and Malling 010D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hildenborough.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hildenborough based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Hildenborough.

- 8 Church Road Hildenborough Tonbridge Kent TN11 9JL
Erection of conservatory to rear (revised design)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2026-03-17
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- 58 Knowsley Way Hildenborough Tonbridge Kent TN11 9LQ
Joining of existing frontage dormers, tile-hanging to faces and cheeks, erection of crown pitched roof over, replacement soffits, facias and rainwater goods
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2026-02-23
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- LAND WEST OF LITTLE FOXBUSH COTTAGE, Noble Tree Road, Hildenborough, Tonbridge
Lawful Development Certificate Existing: Single dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2025-11-25
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- LAND WEST OF 103, Tonbridge Road, Hildenborough, Tonbridge
Permission in Principle for the development of between 5-9 residential dwellings as set out in Schedule 1 of the Town and Country Planning (Permission in Principle) Order 2017 (as amended) located on
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2025-10-15
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- 37, MOUNT PLEASANT, HILDENBOROUGH, TONBRIDGE, TN11 9JQ
Conversion of loft to habitable space with insertion of rooflights to front and rear elevations; Erection of rear single storey wrap-around extension with rooflight.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2025-09-29
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- PEMBROKE LODGE, 162, TONBRIDGE ROAD, HILDENBOROUGH, TONBRIDGE, TN11 9HP
Tree work neccessary to enable the work specified in the email dated 17.7.2025. T5 of Tree Preservation Order
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2025-07-14
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- MAXWOOD, 20, STOCKS GREEN ROAD, HILDENBOROUGH, TONBRIDGE, TN11 9AD
Demolition of the existing conservatory and outbuildings and erection of new single storey rear extension and outbuildings. New cladding to gables (Part retrospective and revision to TM/23/01602/FL)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2024-07-15
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- Ross Cottage 114 Leigh Road Hildenborough Tonbridge Kent TN11 9AG
Conversion of ancillary outbuilding to a self-contained dwelling together with part removal of rear ground floor element and associated external alterations and removal of first floor rear balcony ser
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2024-06-07
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- 5, RIDING LANE, Hildenborough, TONBRIDGE, TN11 9HX
T1 - Dead Tree (Ivy Covered) - section fell to height of hedge line. T2 - Ivy Covered Cherry (Prunus avium) - Section fell to height of hedge line. T3 - Silver Birch (Betula pendula) -Reduce canopy by
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2023-12-13
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- 18, Church Road, Hildenborough, Tonbridge, TN11 9JL
Removal of single storey rear extension, erection of a two storey rear extension and new porch to front
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2023-08-11
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A brief summary of Hildenborough in Kent

Property prices in Hildenborough show an average sale price of £453,975, 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 Hildenborough a particularly low-crime area.

Hildenborough has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Hildenborough, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Hildenborough includes 20 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 Hildenborough

In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Hildenborough. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 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 Hildenborough.

At 58 days on average, decisions near Hildenborough slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Hildenborough were full planning applications (7), outline applications (4), tree works (4). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 15 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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