How long do planning decisions take near Kilndown?

The average planning decision time near Kilndown is 65 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 Kilndown?

The planning approval rate near Kilndown is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Kilndown?

The most common type of planning application near Kilndown is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kilndown?

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Kilndown, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kilndown, Kent.

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About Kilndown

Kilndown is a quaint village located 5 miles west of Cranbrook in Kent, England, and falls within the civil parish of Goudhurst. Its picturesque setting and proximity to larger towns make it a notable area for potential planning applications and development opportunities.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £544,668 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Tunbridge Wells
Parliamentary constituency: Weald of Kent
LSOA: Tunbridge Wells 013B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kilndown.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kilndown based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Kilndown.

- Holly Cottage Rogers Rough Road Kilndown Cranbrook Kent TN17 2RL
Lawful Development Certificate (Existing) - use of land as garden and erection of an outbuilding
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-02-18
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- Riseden Cottage Riseden Goudhurst Cranbrook Kent TN17 1HJ
Variation of condition 2 of 24/03121/LBC - Installation of air source heat pump
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2025-08-13
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- Christ Church Church Road Kilndown Cranbrook Kent TN17 2RZ
Submission of details in relation to condition 4 (Watching brief) of 24/00764/FULL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2025-04-29
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A brief summary of Kilndown in Kent

Property prices in Kilndown show an average sale price of £544,668, 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 Kilndown a particularly low-crime area.

Kilndown 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 Kilndown includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Combwell Wood SSSI, Scotney Castle SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): High Weald. 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 Kilndown

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Kilndown. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Kilndown may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 65 days on average, decisions near Kilndown slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Kilndown were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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