Matfield, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Matfield, Kent.
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About Matfield
Matfield is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Brenchley and Matfield in the Tunbridge Wells borough of Kent. Recognised as Kent Village of the Year in 2010, it offers a charming community atmosphere that may be of interest to those looking into planning applications in the area.
District: Brenchley and Matfield
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £453,975 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Tonbridge and Malling
- Parliamentary constituency: Tonbridge
- LSOA: Tonbridge and Malling 008B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Matfield.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Matfield.
- 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 Matfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Matfield.
- - OS Plot 6860 West Side Of Maidstone Road Matfield Tonbridge Kent
Submission of Details in relation to Condition 3 - (external materials); Condition 15 - (boundary treatment plan); Condition 18 - (acoustic report); Condition 19 - (internal/external noise levels) of
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-04-27
View full details - - Friars Farm Maidstone Road Matfield Tonbridge Kent TN12 7LG
Prior Notification of agricultural development - Extension to existing agricultural building incorporating solar panels on roof
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - Land Adjacent To Matfield Village Hall Maidstone Road Matfield Tonbridge Kent
Electricity Notification: Removal of hv pole, 2 stays and an overhead span and install new hv pole and 2 stays.
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - Maycotts The Green Matfield Tonbridge Kent TN12 7JU
Erection of a pergola & water feature with associated hard landscaping.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2025-11-14
View full details - - Morello Cottage The Green Matfield Tonbridge Kent TN12 7LA
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Stationing of caravan for purposes ancillary to Morello Cottage
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2025-10-22
View full details - - Lees Cottage The Green Matfield Tonbridge Kent TN12 7JU
Dead, Dying or Dangerous Tree Notification: HORSE CHESTNUT STEM - Cut and clear
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2025-01-31
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A brief summary of Matfield in Kent
Matfield is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Brenchley and Matfield in the Tunbridge Wells borough of Kent. Recognised as Kent Village of the Year in 2010, it offers a charming community atmosphere that may be of interest to those looking into planning applications in the area. It sits within the Brenchley and Matfield district.
Property prices in Matfield show an average sale price of £453,975, 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 Matfield a particularly low-crime area.
Matfield 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 Matfield includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): High Weald. 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, Matfield 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 Matfield
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Matfield. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Matfield may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Matfield were full planning applications (8), listed building and heritage (3), other applications (2). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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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.