Skip to content

Planning in Mereworth

Approved
80%
8 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Tonbridge and Malling Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Mereworth

For home projects and trades

About Mereworth

Mereworth is a picturesque village and civil parish located near Maidstone in Kent, England. The Wateringbury Stream runs through the area, historically powering a watermill whose remnants can be found within the grounds of the nearby Mereworth Castle, making it a site of interest for planning applications related to heritage and development in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,094 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Tonbridge and Malling district.

Property prices in Mereworth show an average sale price of £357,820, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Mereworth 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 Mereworth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Mereworth has 20 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Mereworth 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.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Mereworth, 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, 12 planning applications were submitted near Mereworth. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 87 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (3), tree works (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Mereworth?
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Mereworth. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Mereworth?
The average planning decision time near Mereworth is 87 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 Mereworth?
The planning approval rate near Mereworth is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Mereworth?
The most common type of planning application near Mereworth is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Mereworth?
You can search and track planning applications near Mereworth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.