Search Lenham planning applications

33 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Lenham · updated daily · Maidstone Borough Council

Only 6 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 33 · received or decided in the last 12 months

St Mary's Church Church Square Lenham Kent ME17 2PJAwaiting decisionSubmission of details pursuant to condition 9 - Ecological enhancement scheme, Subject to 23/503008/FULLReceived 5 Nov 202626/503488/SUB
The Grange Ashford Road Lenham Kent ME17 2DAAwaiting decisionSubmission of details pursuant to conditions 3 - Materials, 4 Ecological Enhancement, 5 - Landscaping, 7 - Renewable Energy and 8 - Water Effiency, Subject to 26/500245/FULLSubmission of DetailsReceived 20 Oct 202626/504055/SUB
Marlow Farmhouse Pilgrims Way Lenham Kent ME17 2ELAwaiting decisionListed Building Consent for internal repair and reinstatement of fire-damaged fabric including the retention and repair of surviving historic fabric, reinstatement of traditional lath-and-plaster walls and ceilings, limited replacement of damaged joinery, reinstatement of existing doors and kitchen units, associated redecoration and like-for-like replacement of finishes where necessary.Received 30 Sep 202626/503736/LBC
Elmwood Dickley Lane Lenham Kent ME17 2DDAwaiting decisionTPO application to reduce the height of one (T1) Sweet Chestnut from 21 metres to 14 metres and to reduce the crowns width by 2 meters leaving south and South East Facing Branches cut back from 10 metres to 4 metres , North Facing branches cut back from 4 metres to 2 metres West Facing branches cut backfrom 4 metres to 2 metres and East Facing branches cut back from 4 metres leaving 2 metres due to excessive shadingReceived 30 Sep 202626/503712/TPOA
62 Maidstone Road Lenham Kent ME17 2QJAwaiting decisionSubmission of details pursuant to condition 5-(soft landscaping scheme), 7-(noise statement), 8-(enhancement of biodiversity), 14-(construction method statement and construction management plan) subject to 22/503566/FULLReceived 28 Sep 202626/503715/SUB

Planning in Lenham

Approved: 87%; 13 of 15 decided
Decision time: about 8 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lenham in the last 24 months, from Maidstone Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Lenham

Postcode districts

ME17 465 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Maidstone Borough Council

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About Lenham

Lenham is a charming market village and civil parish in Kent's Maidstone district, located 9 miles east of Maidstone and nestled on the southern edge of the North Downs. The village features a picturesque square with two public houses, several restaurants, and a tea-room, catering to both locals and visitors. With a population of 3,370 as recorded in the 2011 Census, Lenham presents a vibrant community that may be of interest for planning applications and development opportunities in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,643 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Maidstone district.

Property prices in Lenham show an average sale price of £357,820, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lenham area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Lenham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lenham has 18 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lenham 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 Lenham, 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, 37 planning applications were submitted near Lenham. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (18), listed building and heritage (4), full planning applications (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lenham?

In the last 24 months, 37 planning applications were submitted near Lenham. The approval rate is 87%.

How long do planning decisions take near Lenham?

The average planning decision time near Lenham 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 Lenham?

The planning approval rate near Lenham is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lenham?

The most common type of planning application near Lenham is discharge of conditions, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lenham?

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