How long do planning decisions take near Pollhill?

The average planning decision time near Pollhill is 46 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 Pollhill?

The planning approval rate near Pollhill is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Pollhill?

The most common type of planning application near Pollhill is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Pollhill?

You can search and track planning applications near Pollhill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.

Pollhill, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Pollhill, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

View council

About Pollhill

Pollhill is a quaint hamlet located within the parish of Harrietsham, close to Maidstone in Kent. This serene area offers a rural setting that may appeal to those considering planning applications for residential or agricultural developments.

Enter a postcode to search for planning applications near Pollhill.

Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £380,210 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Maidstone
Parliamentary constituency: Weald of Kent
LSOA: Maidstone 015E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Pollhill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Pollhill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Pollhill.

26/501520/FULL - Bedfont Scientific Station Yard Station Road Harrietsham Kent ME17 1JA
Section 73 - Application for minor material amendment to approved plans condition (to allow changes to internal layout and window and door positions) pursuant to 23/505367/FULL for - Section 73 - Appl
Status: Undecided | Council: Maidstone | Date: 2026-04-21
- Bedfont Scientific Station Yard Station Road Harrietsham Kent ME17 1JA
Section 73 - Application for minor material amendment to approved plans condition (to allow changes to internal layout and window and door positions) pursuant to 23/505367/FULL for - Section 73 - Appl
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-04-21
View full details
- 2 Cutbush Close Harrietsham Kent ME17 1LY
Lawful Development Certificate for a proposed conversion of the existing garage into habitable accommodation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details
- Three Greens Ashford Road Harrietsham Kent ME17 1JS
Lawful Development Certificate for proposed change of use from residential dwelling (C3) to a children's home (C2) children's home for a maximum of six occupants in total at any one time, comprising c
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2025-10-31
View full details
- 11 Horwood Way Harrietsham Kent ME17 1FH
Garage conversion to provide ground floor suite for disabled resident
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2025-09-19
View full details
- The Martins East Street Harrietsham Maidstone Kent ME17 1HH
Demolition of existing garage and conservatory. Erection of part single storey, part two storey side and rear extensions with roof terrace and replacement front porch (Resubmission 24/502231/FULL).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2024-08-23
View full details
- Bedfont Scientific Unit 5 Station Yard Station Road Harrietsham Kent ME17 1JA
Section 73 - Application for Minor Material Amendment to approved plans condition 2 (Plan layout and external appearance of proposed building altered to improve design and better suit applicant's need
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2023-12-01
View full details
- 15 Quested Way Harrietsham Kent ME17 1JG
Submission of details to discharge condition 4 - Biodiversity , Subject to 23/500655/FULL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2023-05-19
View full details

Use the filter and sort options to search descriptions, addresses, and references. Sort by newest or oldest applications.

A brief summary of Pollhill in Kent

Property prices in Pollhill show an average sale price of £380,210, 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 Pollhill a particularly low-crime area.

Pollhill 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 Pollhill includes 16 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Kent Downs. 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, Pollhill 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 Pollhill

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Pollhill. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Pollhill.

The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Pollhill were full planning applications (9), outline applications (2), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 47% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

Nearby Towns

Explore planning applications in nearby areas:

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.