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Planning in Sevenoaks

Approved
94%
168 of 175 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Sevenoaks District CouncilCouncil page

Around Sevenoaks

Postcode districts

TN13 511 applications in the last 12 monthsTN14 411 applications in the last 12 monthsTN8 222 applications in the last 12 monthsTN16 218 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 Sevenoaks

Sevenoaks is a vibrant town and civil parish located in Kent, England, approximately 21 miles southeast of Charing Cross. As the principal town of the Sevenoaks district, it benefits from excellent transport links via the South Eastern Main Line, providing easy commuter access to London. With a population of 21,167 as of the 2021 census, and a larger built-up area housing 26,475 residents, Sevenoaks is a key area for planning applications and development opportunities. The town has a population of approximately 21,167 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Sevenoaks district.

Property prices in Sevenoaks show an average sale price of £653,059, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Sevenoaks a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sevenoaks has 18 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sevenoaks 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 Sevenoaks, 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, 422 planning applications were submitted near Sevenoaks. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were tree works (119), full planning applications (73), discharge of conditions (60). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sevenoaks?
In the last 24 months, 422 planning applications were submitted near Sevenoaks. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sevenoaks?
The average planning decision time near Sevenoaks is 53 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 Sevenoaks?
The planning approval rate near Sevenoaks is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sevenoaks?
The most common type of planning application near Sevenoaks is tree works applications, with 119 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sevenoaks?
You can search and track planning applications near Sevenoaks on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.