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Planning in Lunsford

Approved
93%
28 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 17 weeks
on average

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

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Around Lunsford

Postcode districts

ME20 153 applications in the last 12 monthsME19 237 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council

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About Lunsford

Lunsford is a locality in Kent, England, known for its residential developments and proximity to nearby towns. As a growing area, it presents various opportunities for planning applications, particularly in housing and community facilities, catering to the needs of its expanding population. Researchers and developers should consider Lunsford's evolving infrastructure and local amenities when exploring planning prospects in the region.

Property prices in Lunsford show an average sale price of £523,036, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lunsford 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 Lunsford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Lunsford has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lunsford 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 Lunsford, 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, 47 planning applications were submitted near Lunsford. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 120 days.

The most common types were outline applications (11), full planning applications (6), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lunsford?
In the last 24 months, 47 planning applications were submitted near Lunsford. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lunsford?
The average planning decision time near Lunsford is 120 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 Lunsford?
The planning approval rate near Lunsford is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lunsford?
The most common type of planning application near Lunsford is outline applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lunsford?
You can search and track planning applications near Lunsford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.