Lamberhurst, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Lamberhurst, Kent.
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About Lamberhurst
Lamberhurst is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the borough of Tunbridge Wells, Kent. It encompasses the hamlets of The Down and Hook Green, boasting a population that grew from 1,491 in 2001 to 1,706 by the 2011 Census. This quaint area may present various planning opportunities and community developments for those researching planning applications in the region.
Population: 1,636 (2021)
District: Tunbridge Wells
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £529,093 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Tunbridge Wells
- Parliamentary constituency: Tunbridge Wells
- LSOA: Tunbridge Wells 006B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Lamberhurst.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lamberhurst.
- 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 Lamberhurst based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near Lamberhurst.
- - Park Gate Cottage School Hill Lamberhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 8DG
Variation of Condition 2 of Planning Permission 25/02023/FULL - (Size increase to side extension & changes to dormer windows)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-05-07
View full details - - Park Gate Cottage School Hill Lamberhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 8DG
Variation of Condition 2 of 25/02024/LBC - (Size increase to side extension & changes to dormer windows)
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-05-07
View full details - - Coggers Bank Parsonage Lane Lamberhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 8DR
Trees in a Conservation Area Notification: 31no. LEYLANDII (G1) - Reduce to approx 8ft; LEYLANDII (T1) - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2025-05-28
View full details - - Court Lodge Church Road Lamberhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 8DU
EIA Screening Opinion - Erection of fence (23/02191/FULL refers)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2023-08-11
View full details - - Tudor Cottage School Hill Lamberhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 8DF
Tree in Conservation Area Notification - CHAMAECYPARIS LAWSONIANA (T1) - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2023-03-21
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A brief summary of Lamberhurst in Kent
Lamberhurst is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the borough of Tunbridge Wells, Kent. It encompasses the hamlets of The Down and Hook Green, boasting a population that grew from 1,491 in 2001 to 1,706 by the 2011 Census. This quaint area may present various planning opportunities and community developments for those researching planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,636 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Tunbridge Wells district.
Property prices in Lamberhurst show an average sale price of £529,093, 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 Lamberhurst a particularly low-crime area.
Lamberhurst 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 Lamberhurst includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lamberhurst 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.
Planning Activity in Lamberhurst
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Lamberhurst. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Lamberhurst may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Lamberhurst were full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (2), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- The Down planning applications
- Hook Green planning applications
- Lower Cousley Wood planning applications
- Lamberhurst Quarter planning applications
- Chillmill planning applications
- Old Cryals planning applications
- Stonecrouch planning applications
- Key's Green planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.