How long do planning decisions take near Powder Mills?

The average planning decision time near Powder Mills is 52 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 Powder Mills?

The planning approval rate near Powder Mills is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Powder Mills?

The most common type of planning application near Powder Mills is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Powder Mills?

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Powder Mills, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Powder Mills, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

Planning applications in Powder Mills are administered by Tonbridge And Malling Borough Council. View the full Tonbridge And Malling Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £405,476 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Tonbridge and Malling
Parliamentary constituency: Tonbridge
LSOA: Tonbridge and Malling 010D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Powder Mills.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Powder Mills based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Powder Mills.

- TROGMARSH, LEIGH ROAD, HILDENBOROUGH, TONBRIDGE, TN11 9AH
Non Material Amendment to planning permission TM/23/01737/FL to move the front dormer window, to centre above the entrance, and add two velux window either side of the dormer
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2024-07-11
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- 114, ROSS COTTAGE, LEIGH ROAD, Hildenborough, TONBRIDGE, TN11 9AG
Conversion of ancillary outbuilding to a self-contained dwelling together with part removal of rear ground floor element and associated external alterations and removal of first floor rear balcony ser
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2024-06-07
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- SELBYS FARM, LEIGH ROAD, Hildenborough, TONBRIDGE, TN11 9AQ
Listed Building Application: Landscaping to rear garden
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2023-12-11
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- 114, ROSS COTTAGE, LEIGH ROAD, Hildenborough, TONBRIDGE, TN11 9AG
Conversion of existing annex to independent residential property
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2023-10-18
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- The Meadows Leigh Road Tonbridge TN11 9AQ
Demolition of existing dwellinghouse and garage. Erection of one five bed dwellinghouse, tennis court and pool
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2022-12-29
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A brief summary of Powder Mills in Kent

Powder Mills is a settlement located in Kent, England.

Property prices in Powder Mills show an average sale price of £405,476, 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 Powder Mills a particularly low-crime area.

Powder Mills has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Hildenborough, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Powder Mills includes 17 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Powder Mills 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 Powder Mills

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Powder Mills. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Powder Mills maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Powder Mills were full planning applications (4), tree works (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 44% 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.

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