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Planning in Markbeech

Approved
79%
11 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Markbeech in the last 24 months, from Sevenoaks District Council's planning register.

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About Markbeech

Markbeech is a village situated in the civil parish of Hever within the Sevenoaks district of Kent, England. Nestled on the northern ridges of the High Weald, it lies approximately nine miles (14 km) northwest of Tunbridge Wells, making it a picturesque location for planning applications in a rural setting. It sits within the Hever district.

Property prices in Markbeech show an average sale price of £466,853, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Markbeech 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 Markbeech a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Markbeech has 22 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Markbeech 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 Markbeech, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Markbeech. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (13), tree works (3), full planning applications (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Markbeech?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Markbeech. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Markbeech?
The average planning decision time near Markbeech is 59 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 Markbeech?
The planning approval rate near Markbeech is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Markbeech?
The most common type of planning application near Markbeech is discharge of conditions, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Markbeech?
You can search and track planning applications near Markbeech on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.