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27 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of New Barn · updated daily · Dartford Borough Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 27 · received or decided in the last 90 days

7 The Hollies Longfield Kent DA3 7HUAwaiting decisionApplication for G1 8x Beech - Reduce crown radius over garden by 2 metres (Current radius 4 metres, leaving at 2 metres); T2 Ash - Reduce radius towards property by 3 metres (Current radius 6 metres, leaving at 3 metres); T3 Sycamore - Fell, subject to Tree Preservation Order No.7 1988Received 9 Nov 202626/01286/TPO
21 Bentley Close Longfield Kent DA3 7LJAwaiting decisionApplication for T1 - Ash - dismantle to 12ft in height subject to Tree Preservation Order No.2 1965Received 9 Nov 202626/01283/TPO
9 The Hollies Longfield Kent DA3 7HUAwaiting decisionApplication for T1. Lime, T2 Lime, T3 Beech - Reduce height by 2.5m back to previous points. Current height 18m leaving at 15.5m, T4. Yew - Reduce height by 2m. Current height 12m leaving at 10m subject to Tree Preservation Orders No.7 1988, No.12 1995 and No.6 1973Received 6 Nov 202626/01280/TPO
25 Fawkham Avenue Longfield Kent DA3 7HSAwaiting decisionApplication for T6 Sycamore Tree x1 - Remove Ivy to approximately 1m from ground level, crown reduce by 20% removing 4.2m of growth (Currently tree is approximately 21m in height and spread of 13m); T7 Diadora Tree x1 - Sever Ivy to 1m from ground level, crown clean and remove deadwood; T4 Corsicum Pine Tree x1 - Remove deadwood, subject to Tree Preservation Order No.1 2023Received 5 Nov 202626/01214/TPO
Walnut Hill Nursery Walnut Hill Road Gravesend Kent DA13 9HLAwaiting decisionChange of use of land and buildings to storage Use Class B8.Received 22 Oct 202620261038

Planning in New Barn

Approved: 79%; 87 of 108 decided
Decision time: about 8 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of New Barn in the last 24 months, from Dartford Borough Council's planning register.

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Around New Barn

Postcode districts

DA3 231 applications in the last 12 monthsDA13 226 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Dartford Borough Council

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About New Barn

New Barn is a residential village located in Kent, England, approximately four miles southwest of Gravesend. Situated within the Dartford local government district, it forms part of the civil parish of Longfield and New Barn, alongside the nearby village of Longfield. Although New Barn boasts a larger population than Longfield, it offers limited services due to its recent development and primarily residential character, making it an interesting area for potential planning applications focused on community expansion and amenities. It sits within the Longfield and New Barn district.

Property prices in New Barn show an average sale price of £533,850, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the New Barn 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 New Barn a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around New Barn has 16 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, New Barn 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 New Barn, 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, 122 planning applications were submitted near New Barn. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were tree works (28), amendments (14), discharge of conditions (12).

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near New Barn?

In the last 24 months, 122 planning applications were submitted near New Barn. The approval rate is 79%.

How long do planning decisions take near New Barn?

The average planning decision time near New Barn is 55 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 New Barn?

The planning approval rate near New Barn is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near New Barn?

The most common type of planning application near New Barn is tree works applications, with 28 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near New Barn?

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