Mersham, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Mersham, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
About Mersham
Mersham is a predominantly agricultural village and civil parish located near Ashford in Kent, England. It encompasses the area of Cheesman's Green, which is now referred to as Finberry, and is characterized by its rural landscape and community-focused environment, making it an important area for planning applications related to agricultural development and housing.
Population: 1,479 (2021) · Area: 13.8 km²
District: Ashford
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £413,876 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Ashford
- Parliamentary constituency: Weald of Kent
- LSOA: Ashford 010B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Mersham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Mersham.
- 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 Mersham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Mersham.
- - 15, Bower Road, Mersham, TN25 6NN
Proposed erection of an additional storey above the existing building, together with a side garage and a rear infill extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Ashford | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - The Corner, Bower Road, Mersham, Ashford, TN25 6NJ
First-floor extension to existing bungalow and erection of a single-storey annexe within the curtilage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Ashford | Date: 2025-11-18
View full details - - Highlands, Bower Road, Mersham, Ashford, TN25 6NN
Rear single-storey extension and rear extension to utility area.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Ashford | Date: 2025-11-14
View full details - - Magpies, Bower Road, Mersham, TN25 6NW
Lawful Development Certificate - Proposed installation of 6no photovoltaic panels to roof of existing annex
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Ashford | Date: 2023-01-06
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A brief summary of Mersham in Kent
Mersham is a predominantly agricultural village and civil parish located near Ashford in Kent, England. It encompasses the area of Cheesman's Green, which is now referred to as Finberry, and is characterized by its rural landscape and community-focused environment, making it an important area for planning applications related to agricultural development and housing. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,479 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Ashford district.
Mersham covers an area of approximately 13.8 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Mersham show an average sale price of £413,876, 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 Mersham a particularly low-crime area.
Mersham 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 Mersham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hatch Park SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Mersham 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 Mersham
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Mersham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Mersham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 78 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Mersham were full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.
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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.