Paddock Wood, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Paddock Wood, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
About Paddock Wood
Paddock Wood is a town and civil parish located in the borough of Tunbridge Wells, Kent, approximately 8 miles southwest of Maidstone. With a population of 8,253 recorded in the 2011 Census, the town is known for its historical significance in hop growing, making it an important area within the local agricultural landscape. This context is valuable for anyone researching planning applications and development opportunities in the region.
Population: 8,160 (2021)
District: Tunbridge Wells
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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 018C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Paddock Wood.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Paddock Wood.
- 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 Paddock Wood based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Paddock Wood.
- - Mascalls Court Mascalls Court Road Paddock Wood Tonbridge Kent TN12 6NB
Submission of details in relation to condition 30 (allotments) of 14/506766/HYBRID
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - 22 Green Lane Paddock Wood Tonbridge Kent TN12 6BF
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Single-storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - 49 Le Temple Road Paddock Wood Tonbridge Kent TN12 6HY
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Demolition of conservatory and erection of a single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - The Abbeyfield Kent Society Margaret Fisher House 30 Old Kent Road Paddock Wood Tonbridge Kent TN12 6JD
Lawful Development Certificate (Existing) - Use of building within C2 use class
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - 104 Warrington Road Paddock Wood Tonbridge Kent TN12 6JR
Non-Material Amendment in relation to 24/03181/FULL - Reduction of +-350mm in width of side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2025-03-20
View full details - - 45 Forest Road Paddock Wood Tonbridge Kent TN12 6JU
Erection of single storey garden room (Part-Retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2024-11-13
View full details - - 43 Le Temple Road Paddock Wood Tonbridge Kent TN12 6HY
Garage conversion, extension and new roof
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2024-07-12
View full details - - Church Farm And Land Church Road Paddock Wood Tonbridge Kent
Modification of Planning Obligation - Deed of Variation within S.106 agreement attached to 14/504140/HYBRID - Definition of Mortgagee
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2024-03-20
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A brief summary of Paddock Wood in Kent
Paddock Wood is a town and civil parish located in the borough of Tunbridge Wells, Kent, approximately 8 miles southwest of Maidstone. With a population of 8,253 recorded in the 2011 Census, the town is known for its historical significance in hop growing, making it an important area within the local agricultural landscape. This context is valuable for anyone researching planning applications and development opportunities in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 8,160 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Tunbridge Wells district.
Property prices in Paddock Wood 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 Paddock Wood a particularly low-crime area.
Paddock Wood 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 Paddock Wood includes 11 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Paddock Wood
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Paddock Wood. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Paddock Wood may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 71 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Paddock Wood were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (3). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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