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Planning in Seal

Approved
89%
75 of 79 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Seal in the last 24 months, from Sevenoaks District Council's planning register.

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Around Seal

Postcode districts

TN15 582 applications in the last 12 monthsTN13 511 applications in the last 12 monthsTN14 411 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Sevenoaks District Council

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About Seal

Seal is a charming village and civil parish situated in the Sevenoaks district of Kent, England. Nestled in the picturesque valley between the North Downs and the Greensand Ridge, it lies to the north-east of the town of Sevenoaks, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,633 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Sevenoaks district.

Property prices in Seal show an average sale price of £653,059, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Seal 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 Seal a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Seal has 20 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Seal 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Seal, 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, 186 planning applications were submitted near Seal. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

The most common types were tree works (64), discharge of conditions (39), full planning applications (22).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Seal?
In the last 24 months, 186 planning applications were submitted near Seal. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Seal?
The average planning decision time near Seal is 47 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 Seal?
The planning approval rate near Seal is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Seal?
The most common type of planning application near Seal is tree works applications, with 64 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Seal?
You can search and track planning applications near Seal on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.