How long do planning decisions take near Laddingford?

The average planning decision time near Laddingford is 56 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 Laddingford?

The planning approval rate near Laddingford is 60%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Laddingford?

The most common type of planning application near Laddingford is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Laddingford?

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Laddingford, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Laddingford, Kent.

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About Laddingford

Laddingford is a quaint hamlet situated within the parish of Yalding in Kent, England. It is in proximity to Laddingford Aerodrome, which may influence local planning considerations and developments in the area.

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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: Tonbridge and Malling
Parliamentary constituency: Tonbridge
LSOA: Tonbridge and Malling 007D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Laddingford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Laddingford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Laddingford.

- Land At Manor Farm Laddingford Maidstone Kent ME18 6BX
Proposed Installation of a Ground Mounted Solar PV Farm with two transformer substation units Ancillary Infrastructure and Equipment, Landscaping and Access from Lees Road.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-03-30
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- Manor Farm Laddingford Maidstone Kent ME18 6BX
Proposed change of use of a redundant agricultural building for use as a pet crematorium, and retrospective erection of a lean-to extension at the building and hardstanding on the access to the buildi
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-01-02
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- The Gardens Benover Road Yalding Kent ME18 6EX
Creation of a temporary, small Glamping site consisting of 5 shepherd's huts.
Status: Undecided | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2024-11-20
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- Mereworth House Laddingford Maidstone Kent ME18 6BU
Removal of existing boundary fence to the front of property and erection of replacement fence (retrospective)
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2024-11-12
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A brief summary of Laddingford in Kent

Property prices in Laddingford 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 Laddingford a particularly low-crime area.

Laddingford 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 Laddingford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Beult SSSI; 10 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 Laddingford

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Laddingford. Of these, 60% 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 Laddingford.

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 Laddingford were full planning applications (9), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.

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