How long do planning decisions take near Little Preston?

The average planning decision time near Little Preston is 70 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 Little Preston?

The planning approval rate near Little Preston is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Little Preston?

The most common type of planning application near Little Preston is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Little Preston?

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Little Preston, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Little Preston, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

Planning applications in Little Preston are administered by Tonbridge And Malling Borough Council. View the full Tonbridge And Malling Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Little Preston

Little Preston is a quaint rural village located within the City of Leeds metropolitan borough in West Yorkshire, England. Historically a hamlet, it has now become part of the larger Great Preston, offering a tranquil setting ideal for those interested in planning applications in a suburban environment.

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Area Information

Admin district: Tonbridge and Malling
Parliamentary constituency: Chatham and Aylesford
LSOA: Tonbridge and Malling 003B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Little Preston.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Little Preston.

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 Little Preston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Little Preston.

- Aylesford Recreation Ground Forstal Road Aylesford Kent
Section 73 application to Vary condition 5 (Opening hours) of Planning permission TM/22/00117/FL To extend the opening hours on Weekends from 9:00 am -18:00 to 9:00 am to 21:00 on a Saturday and Sunda
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2026-01-20
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- CLICK AYLESFORD, Frank Sando Way, Aylesford
Section 73 application to vary conditions 3 (plans list) and 22 (external lighting) of planning permission TM/21/02866/FL (Construction of five buildings to provide six units for industrial processes
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2023-04-18
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A brief summary of Little Preston in Kent

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Little Preston a particularly low-crime area.

Little Preston has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Aylesford, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Little Preston includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Aylesford Pit SSSI, Allington Quarry SSSI; 11 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Little Preston 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 Little Preston

In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Little Preston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Little Preston may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 70 days on average, decisions near Little Preston slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Little Preston were full planning applications (10), outline applications (5), tree works (5). Full planning applications account for 37% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 24 smaller schemes were submitted.

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