Hollingbourne, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hollingbourne, Kent.
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Planning applications in Hollingbourne are administered by Maidstone Borough Council. View the full Maidstone Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Hollingbourne
Hollingbourne is a charming village and civil parish situated in the borough of Maidstone, Kent, nestled on the southern slope of the North Downs, just east of Maidstone. Home to a population of approximately 900 residents, the area boasts three designated conservation zones, including Upper Street in the village centre and the nearby hamlets of Broad Street and Eyhorne Street, making it a focal point for planning applications that aim to preserve its historical character.
Population: 1,024 (2021)
District: Maidstone
Website: http://www.hollingbournepc.kentparishes.gov.uk
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £380,210 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Maidstone
- Parliamentary constituency: Weald of Kent
- LSOA: Maidstone 016A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hollingbourne.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hollingbourne.
- 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 Hollingbourne based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
10 planning applications found near Hollingbourne.
- - 3 Church Green, Church Manor Upper Street Hollingbourne Kent ME17 1HW
Submission of details pursuant to condition 4 (Landscape management plan) in relation to planning application 24/504163/FULL and appeal decision APP/U2235/D/25/3359220.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - The Dirty Habit Upper Street Hollingbourne Kent ME17 1UW
Submission of details pursuant to condition 5 - Cleaning and Maintenance Schedule, Subject to 23/502153/FULL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - The Dirty Habit Upper Street Hollingbourne Kent ME17 1UW
Submission of details pursuant to conditions 5 - Secured by Design and 6 - Acoustic Assessment, Subject to 25/504347/FULL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - The Dirty Habit Upper Street Hollingbourne Kent ME17 1UW
Submission of details pursuant to condition 3 - Junction and Joinery details, Subject to 25/504348/LBC.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - Green Hill Manor Lane Hollingbourne Kent ME17 1UN
Demolition of existing garden room. Erection of a single storey rear extension including 2no. rooflights and changes to fenestration including Juliet balcony.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - Church Manor 3 Church Green Upper Street Hollingbourne Kent ME17 1HW
Submission of details pursuant to condition 4 (Landscape Management Plan), subject to application 24/504163/FULL (Appeal Reference: APP/U2235/D/25/3359220).
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - Pilgrims Garth Pilgrims Way Hollingbourne Kent ME17 1UT
Erection of a two storey side extension and a loft conversion with 3no. dormer windows and 5no. roof lights (revised scheme 25/500662/FULL -APP/U2235/D/25/3368640)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2025-12-22
View full details - - The Dirty Habit Upper Street Hollingbourne Kent ME17 1UW
Conversion and change of use of first and second floor rooms to bed and breakfast accommodation with 7 bedrooms. Erection of a single storey infill rear extension, siting of a detached fridge/freezer
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2025-10-29
View full details - - Church Manor 3 Church Green Upper Street Hollingbourne Maidstone Kent ME17 1HW
Section 73 Application for Minor Material Amendment to approved plans condition 2 and variation of condition 4 (to allow for the opening of first floor window on the north elevation for purposes of a
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2024-05-17
View full details - - Church Manor 3 Church Green Upper Street Hollingbourne Maidstone Kent ME17 1HW
Lawful Development Certificate for (Existing) use of land as residential curtilage/garden land.
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2023-12-20
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A brief summary of Hollingbourne in Kent
Hollingbourne is a charming village and civil parish situated in the borough of Maidstone, Kent, nestled on the southern slope of the North Downs, just east of Maidstone. Home to a population of approximately 900 residents, the area boasts three designated conservation zones, including Upper Street in the village centre and the nearby hamlets of Broad Street and Eyhorne Street, making it a focal point for planning applications that aim to preserve its historical character. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,024 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Maidstone district.
Property prices in Hollingbourne show an average sale price of £380,210, 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 Hollingbourne a particularly low-crime area.
Hollingbourne 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 Hollingbourne includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hollingbourne Downs SSSI; 16 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Kent Downs. 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, Hollingbourne planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.hollingbournepc.kentparishes.gov.uk. 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 Hollingbourne
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Hollingbourne. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 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 Hollingbourne.
The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Hollingbourne were discharge of conditions (5), full planning applications (4).
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