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Planning in Longfield Hill

Approved
79%
87 of 108 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Longfield Hill

Longfield Hill is a settlement located in Kent, England.

Property prices in Longfield Hill show an average sale price of £533,850, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Longfield Hill 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 Longfield Hill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Longfield Hill has 16 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Longfield Hill 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 Longfield Hill, 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, 122 planning applications were submitted near Longfield Hill. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were tree works (28), amendments (14), discharge of conditions (12).

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Longfield Hill?
In the last 24 months, 122 planning applications were submitted near Longfield Hill. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Longfield Hill?
The average planning decision time near Longfield Hill is 55 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 Longfield Hill?
The planning approval rate near Longfield Hill is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Longfield Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Longfield Hill is tree works applications, with 28 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Longfield Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Longfield Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.