Pipsden, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Pipsden, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
Planning applications in Pipsden are administered by Tunbridge Wells Borough Council. View the full Tunbridge Wells Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £463,157 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Tunbridge Wells
- Parliamentary constituency: Tunbridge Wells
- LSOA: Tunbridge Wells 014B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Pipsden.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Pipsden.
- 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 Pipsden based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
50 planning applications found near Pipsden.
- - Wentworth Cottage Rye Road Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5DN
Replacement of greenhouse & shed with freestanding glasshouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2025-09-16
View full details - - Coniston Water Lane Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5DE
Replacement of existing former conservatory roof covering from clay tiling to slate
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2025-04-24
View full details - - Coniston Water Lane Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5DE
Lawful Development Cert. (Existing) - Use of slate instead of heritage clay tile on replacement roof covering pursuant to 18/02190/LAWPRO.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2025-02-18
View full details - - Yew Tree Cottage Water Lane Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5DE
Variation of Conditions 2 & 3 of Planning Permission 22/00123/FULL - Fenestration alterations; removal of dormer windows to north & south elevations and replacement with rooflights; removal of rooflig
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2025-01-20
View full details - - Land At Rye Road Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5DN
Telecommunication Notification - 1no. 11m wooden pole
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2024-12-18
View full details - - St Ronans School Water Lane Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5DJ
Demolition of two existing outbuildings & erection of single replacement building for nursery use
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2024-11-25
View full details - - The Roundells Tongswood Drive Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5DS
Erection of greenhouse
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2024-09-16
View full details - - Gun Green Oast Water Lane Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5BA
Raising of garage and side extension roof and ridge
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2024-05-24
View full details - - Oak & Ivy Rye Road Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5DB
Submission of Details in Relation to Condition 4 - (Beam cleaning); Condition 6c - (Mortar mix and finish for brickwork repairs) of 23/00292/LBC
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2024-01-19
View full details - - Ashlea Cottage Rye Road Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5DN
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Sitting of a lodge caravan within the curtilage of Ashlea Cottage to form additional accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2023-11-10
View full details - - Beech Cottage Water Lane Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5DE
New single storey infill extension with changes to fenestration including replacement of window with doors, replacement of rear window and creation of roof lantern to rear elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2023-09-07
View full details - - Duvals Barn Whites Lane Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5DD
Replacement of existing garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2023-07-05
View full details - - Duvals Barn Whites Lane Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5DD
Listed Building Consent - Replacement of existing garage
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2023-07-05
View full details - - Beech Cottage Water Lane Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5DE
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Erection of single storey infill extension with roof lantern to rear elevation
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2023-06-01
View full details - - Duvals Farmhouse Whites Lane Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5DD
Installation of swimming pool and pool building (Retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2023-04-11
View full details - - Oak & Ivy Rye Road Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5DB
EIA Screening Opinion: Demolition of existing side extension and outbuilding, construction of new side extension, full refurbishment to existing Grade II listed public house, landscaping including ove
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2023-02-02
View full details - - Oak & Ivy Rye Road Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5DB
Listed Building Consent - Demolition of existing side extension and outbuilding, construction of new side extension, full refurbishment to existing Grade II listed public house, landscaping including
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2023-02-02
View full details - - Spring Cottage Water Lane Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5DE
Erection of garage to side of property
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2022-08-24
View full details - - Duvals Farm Whites Lane Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 5DD
Conversion of existing farm office into residential accommodation for agricultural occupation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2022-05-26
View full details - - Wentworth Cottage Rye Road Hawkhurst Cranbrook TN18 5DN
Erection of a single storey garden studio
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2022-01-21
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A brief summary of Pipsden in Kent
Pipsden is a settlement located in Kent, England.
Property prices in Pipsden show an average sale price of £463,157, 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 Pipsden a particularly low-crime area.
Pipsden 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 Pipsden includes 20 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pipsden 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 Pipsden
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Pipsden. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Pipsden.
At 59 days on average, decisions near Pipsden slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Pipsden were full planning applications (10), listed building and heritage (5), tree works (4). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 20 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 4 applications
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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.