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26 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Leybourne · updated daily · Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 26 · received or decided in the last 90 days

16 Town Hill West Malling Kent ME19 6QNAwaiting decision1 x Copper Beech (applicants ref. T1) - Overall crown reduction of 2m.Received 9 Nov 202626/02105/TNCA
47 Harvest Ridge Leybourne West Malling Kent ME19 5LZAwaiting decisionT1(Applicants ref) Beech. Remove to ground level and grind stump to below ground. Standing in Area A1 of Tree Preservation OrderReceived 19 Oct 202626/01975/TPOC
43 Swan Street West Malling Kent ME19 6HFAwaiting decisionListed Building Application (retrospective) For the installation of an automated defribrillator on the front elevationReceived 14 Oct 202626/01844/LB
The Mallings 247 London Road West Malling Kent ME19 5ADAwaiting decision1x Beech (circled on applicants plan) - Reduce by 25% (around 2 metre reduction). T4 of Tree Preservation OrderReceived 7 Oct 202626/01830/TPOC
The Dene 6 Town Hill West Malling Kent ME19 6QNAwaiting decision1 x Mulberry (applicants ref. T1) - (Treatment option 1) - Remove main stem at 1m, retaining 2 x side branches, Reduce largest side branch from 8m spread to 4-5m spread and from 8-9m height to 5-6m, Retain as much lower/internal growth as possible, Reduce smaller side branch to shape, Remove any remaining bracing. (Treatment option 2) - Remove and replace tree. T2 of Tree Preservation OrderReceived 1 Oct 202626/01778/TPOC

Planning in Leybourne

Approved: 94%; 66 of 69 decided
Decision time: about 13 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Leybourne in the last 24 months, from Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Leybourne

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ME19 237 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council

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About Leybourne

Leybourne is a charming village and civil parish located in Kent, England, just off Junction 4 of the M20 Motorway. It lies in proximity to New Hythe, Larkfield, and West Malling, making it a convenient location for commuters. As of 2020, the parish had a population of 4,372, reflecting a close-knit community that may influence local planning applications and developments in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,800 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Tonbridge and Malling district.

Property prices in Leybourne show an average sale price of £449,850, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Leybourne 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 Leybourne a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Leybourne has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Leybourne 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 Leybourne, 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, 97 planning applications were submitted near Leybourne. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 94 days.

The most common types were outline applications (18), tree works (15), full planning applications (10). 5 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Leybourne?

In the last 24 months, 97 planning applications were submitted near Leybourne. The approval rate is 94%.

How long do planning decisions take near Leybourne?

The average planning decision time near Leybourne is 94 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 Leybourne?

The planning approval rate near Leybourne is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Leybourne?

The most common type of planning application near Leybourne is outline applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Leybourne?

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