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Planning in Ide Hill

Approved
100%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Ide Hill

Ide Hill is a picturesque village located in the civil parish of Sundridge with Ide Hill, nestled in the Sevenoaks District of Kent. Perched on one of the highest points of the Greensand Ridge, it offers stunning views and is situated approximately three miles south-west of Sevenoaks. First recorded in 1250, its name translates to 'Edith's hill' from Old English, and the village lies within the scenic Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making it a desirable location for planning applications. It sits within the Sundridge with Ide Hill district.

Property prices in Ide Hill show an average sale price of £653,059, 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 Ide Hill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ide Hill has 22 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ide Hill 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 Ide Hill, 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 Ide Hill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were tree works (7), full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ide Hill?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Ide Hill. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ide Hill?
The average planning decision time near Ide Hill is 53 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 Ide Hill?
The planning approval rate near Ide Hill is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ide Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Ide Hill is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ide Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Ide Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.