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Planning in Linton

Only 8 decisions near Linton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Linton

Linton is a charming village and civil parish situated in the Maidstone District of Kent, England. Nestled on the southward slope of the Greensand Ridge, it lies just south of Maidstone along the A229 Hastings road, making it an area of interest for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 676 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Maidstone district.

Property prices in Linton 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 Linton 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 Linton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Linton has 13 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Linton 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 Linton, 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, 21 planning applications were submitted near Linton.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), listed building and heritage (2), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Linton?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Linton.
What types of planning applications are most common near Linton?
The most common type of planning application near Linton is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Linton?
You can search and track planning applications near Linton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.