Skip to content

Planning in Pembury

Approved
91%
108 of 110 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Pembury in the last 24 months, from Tunbridge Wells Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by Tunbridge Wells Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Pembury

For home projects and trades

About Pembury

Pembury is a sizable village located in Kent, South East England, with a population of 6,128 as recorded in the 2011 census. Situated just north-east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, Pembury may be of interest for planning applications due to its proximity to urban amenities and ongoing developments in the surrounding area. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,785 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Tunbridge Wells district.

Property prices in Pembury show an average sale price of £473,862, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Pembury 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 Pembury a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Pembury has 22 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pembury 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 Pembury, 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, 136 planning applications were submitted near Pembury. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (56), tree works (20), discharge of conditions (17). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 4 were dismissed (20% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Pembury?
In the last 24 months, 136 planning applications were submitted near Pembury. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pembury?
The average planning decision time near Pembury is 59 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 Pembury?
The planning approval rate near Pembury is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pembury?
The most common type of planning application near Pembury is full planning applications, with 56 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pembury?
You can search and track planning applications near Pembury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.