Longford, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Longford, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
About Longford
Longford is the largest town in County Longford, Ireland, with a population of 10,952 as of the 2022 census, accounting for approximately one third of the county's residents. Strategically located at the junction of Ireland's N4 and N5 roads, it serves as a key transit point for traffic between Dublin and County Mayo, as well as north County Roscommon. The town is also well-connected by Longford railway station on the Dublin-Sligo line, making it a vital hub for commuters.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £821,490 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Sevenoaks
- Parliamentary constituency: Sevenoaks
- LSOA: Sevenoaks 012F
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Longford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Longford.
- 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 Longford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Longford.
- - 12 Barretts Road Dunton Green Kent TN13 2UN
Non-material amendment to 24/00721/HOUSE.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2024-07-10
View full details - - Rye Wood Rye Lane Dunton Green Kent
Various works to trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2024-01-30
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A brief summary of Longford in Kent
Longford is the largest town in County Longford, Ireland, with a population of 10,952 as of the 2022 census, accounting for approximately one third of the county's residents. Strategically located at the junction of Ireland's N4 and N5 roads, it serves as a key transit point for traffic between Dublin and County Mayo, as well as north County Roscommon. The town is also well-connected by Longford railway station on the Dublin-Sligo line, making it a vital hub for commuters.
Property prices in Longford show an average sale price of £821,490, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Longford a particularly low-crime area.
Longford has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Longford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Sevenoaks Gravel Pits SSSI; 9 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Kent Downs. 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, Longford 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 Longford
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Longford. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Longford maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Longford were discharge of conditions (8), full planning applications (3), amendments (2).
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.