How long do planning decisions take near Mile Oak?

The average planning decision time near Mile Oak is 63 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 Mile Oak?

The planning approval rate near Mile Oak is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Mile Oak?

The most common type of planning application near Mile Oak is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Mile Oak?

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Mile Oak, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Mile Oak, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

Planning applications in Mile Oak are administered by Maidstone Borough Council. View the full Maidstone Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Mile Oak

Mile Oak is a residential locality in the northern part of the former parish of Portslade, located in the northwest corner of Brighton and Hove, England. Once known for its fertile agricultural land, it now primarily consists of residential developments, extending northward from Portslade village to the urban boundary. This area's transformation from farmland to housing makes it relevant for those researching planning applications and development opportunities.

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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: Maidstone
Parliamentary constituency: Weald of Kent
LSOA: Maidstone 019B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Mile Oak.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Mile Oak.

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 Mile Oak based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Mile Oak.

- Honeytrees Mile Oak Road Paddock Wood Tonbridge Kent TN12 6NQ
Rear first floor extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2025-09-29
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- Longbrooks Oast Knowle Road Brenchley Tonbridge Kent TN12 7DJ
Self-build - Demolition of barn & replacement with a single detached house
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2024-10-28
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A brief summary of Mile Oak in Kent

Property prices in Mile Oak 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 Mile Oak a particularly low-crime area.

Mile Oak 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 Mile Oak includes 18 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.

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Planning Activity in Mile Oak

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Mile Oak. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Mile Oak.

At 63 days on average, decisions near Mile Oak slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Mile Oak were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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