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Planning in Horsmonden

Approved
92%
45 of 48 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Horsmonden

Horsmonden is a picturesque village located in the borough of Tunbridge Wells, Kent, nestled within the Weald of Kent. Positioned on a key route connecting Maidstone to Lamberhurst, it lies just three miles north of Lamberhurst. The village is served by the nearby Paddock Wood railway station, making it accessible for potential development and planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,400 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Tunbridge Wells district.

Property prices in Horsmonden show an average sale price of £405,476, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Horsmonden a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Horsmonden 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 Horsmonden, 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, 67 planning applications were submitted near Horsmonden. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (23), discharge of conditions (13), tree works (7). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Horsmonden?
In the last 24 months, 67 planning applications were submitted near Horsmonden. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Horsmonden?
The average planning decision time near Horsmonden is 62 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 Horsmonden?
The planning approval rate near Horsmonden is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Horsmonden?
The most common type of planning application near Horsmonden is full planning applications, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Horsmonden?
You can search and track planning applications near Horsmonden on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.