Leigh, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Leigh, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
Planning applications in Leigh are administered by Sevenoaks District Council. View the full Sevenoaks District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Leigh
Leigh is a picturesque village and civil parish situated in the Sevenoaks district of Kent, England. Located six miles south of Sevenoaks and three miles west of Tonbridge, it offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it an interesting area for potential planning applications.
Population: 2,039 (2021) · Area: 16.2 km² · Elevation: 35m
District: Sevenoaks
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £166,341 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Tonbridge and Malling
- Parliamentary constituency: Tonbridge
- LSOA: Tonbridge and Malling 006A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Leigh.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Leigh.
- 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 Leigh based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
15 planning applications found near Leigh.
- 26/01219/WTCA · Received: Tue 12 May 2026 · Validated: Tue 12 May 2026 - Old Kennards Hildenborough Road Leigh Kent TN11 8RE
Removal of a partially dead conifer (T1).
Status: Undecided | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2026-05-12 - - Fair Acre Powder Mill Lane Leigh Kent TN11 8PZ
Construction of three single storey outbuildings to the rear of the site. Exact siting and dimensions shown on proposed drawings.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - Old Kennards Hildenborough Road Leigh Kent TN11 8RE
Complete removal of one conifer.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - 21 Barnetts Road Leigh Kent TN11 8QH
Resurfacing of existing front hard standing area. Installation of a dropped kerb and vehicle crossover to provide lawful vehicular access from Powder Mill Lane. Associated hard and soft landscaping.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - Gowers The Green Leigh Kent TN11 8QL
Mature Ash tree to the left of the house: due to the presence of fungus and the tree displaying signs of stress, we will reduce the crown by approximately 30-40%.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - 26/00258/WTPO - Gowers The Green Leigh Kent TN11 8QL
Mature Ash tree to the left of the house: due to the presence of fungus and the tree displaying signs of stress, we will reduce the crown by approximately 30-40%.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - Garages On Eastern Side Of Greenview Avenue Leigh Kent TN11 8QS
Demolition of existing garages. Erection of 1no. dwelling with associated works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2025-12-05
View full details - - Oak Cottage The Green Leigh Kent TN11 8QL
Large willow with 4 stumps with 6ft shoots to be removed and taken away.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2025-09-03
View full details - - Old Wood Cottage The Green Leigh Kent TN11 8QL
Front elevation of building - lower brick work below timber work replacement with matching reclaimed stock. Three coat lime plaster finish. Gutter repairs.
Status: Rejected | Type: Heritage | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2024-04-29
View full details - - 8 Garden Cottages Leigh Kent TN11 8QB
Insertion of a 1.2 x 1.2 metre window in the rear elevation of the ground floor.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2024-03-27
View full details - - 14 The Forstall Leigh Kent TN11 8QG
Single storey conservatory to side of property.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2023-12-20
View full details - - 7 Gibbs Field Leigh Kent TN11 8SL
Alterations to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2022-12-13
View full details - - 7 Gibbs Field Leigh Kent TN11 8SL
Installation of a conservatory to the rear of the property.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2022-11-18
View full details - - Orchard Lodge The Green Leigh Tonbridge Kent TN11 8QJ
Ash tree - remove
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2022-10-12
View full details - - Old Kennards Hildenborough Road Leigh KENT TN11 8RE
Works to various tress.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2020-02-21
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A brief summary of Leigh in Kent
Leigh is a picturesque village and civil parish situated in the Sevenoaks district of Kent, England. Located six miles south of Sevenoaks and three miles west of Tonbridge, it offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it an interesting area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,039 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Sevenoaks district.
Leigh sits at an elevation of 35 metres above sea level and covers an area of approximately 16.2 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Leigh show an average sale price of £166,341, 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 Leigh a particularly low-crime area.
Leigh 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 Leigh includes 14 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, Leigh 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 Leigh
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Leigh. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Leigh may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Leigh were tree works (7), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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