How long do planning decisions take near Smart's Hill?

The average planning decision time near Smart's Hill is 57 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 Smart's Hill?

The planning approval rate near Smart's Hill is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Smart's Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Smart's Hill is listed building consent applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Smart's Hill?

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Smart's Hill, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Smart's Hill, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

Planning applications in Smart's Hill 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.

About Smart's Hill

Penshurst is a historic village and civil parish nestled in a valley on the northern slopes of the Kentish Weald, where the River Medway meets the River Eden. Situated within the Sevenoaks district of Kent, this picturesque area offers a rich heritage and a unique landscape, making it an important focal point for planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £453,975 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Tonbridge and Malling
Parliamentary constituency: Tonbridge
LSOA: Tonbridge and Malling 006A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Smart's Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Smart's Hill.

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 Smart's Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Smart's Hill.

- Little Chart Smarts Hill Penshurst Kent TN11 8ER
Steel framed agricultural building for storage of agricultural machinery and hay with associated access track.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2026-05-19
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26/01285/AGRNOT · Received: Tue 19 May 2026 · Validated: Tue 19 May 2026 - Little Chart Smarts Hill Penshurst Kent TN11 8ER
Steel framed agricultural building for storage of agricultural machinery and hay with associated access track.
Status: Undecided | Council: Sevenoaks | Date: 2026-05-19

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A brief summary of Smart's Hill in Kent

Property prices in Smart's Hill show an average sale price of £453,975, 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 Smart's Hill a particularly low-crime area.

Smart's Hill 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 Smart's Hill 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.

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Planning Activity in Smart's Hill

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Smart's Hill. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Smart's Hill.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Smart's Hill slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Smart's Hill were listed building and heritage (4), other applications (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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