Speldhurst, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Speldhurst, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
About Speldhurst
Speldhurst is a charming village and civil parish located in the borough of Tunbridge Wells, Kent, just 3 miles (5 km) west of the town centre. Known for its picturesque surroundings, Speldhurst offers a blend of rural charm and close proximity to urban amenities, making it a notable area for planning applications and local development.
Population: 4,955 (2021)
District: Tunbridge Wells
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £529,093 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Wealden
- Parliamentary constituency: Sussex Weald
- LSOA: Wealden 002A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Speldhurst.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Speldhurst.
- 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 Speldhurst based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Speldhurst.
- - Summerfield Langton Road Speldhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 0NP
Installation of solar panels on barn roof
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - The Rectory Southfields Speldhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 0PD
TREES: Liquidambar (Sweetgum) (T1) - Crown reduce back to old cut points, reduce the crown by approximately 30%, taking 4m off of the heigh and 3m off of the width.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - Little Court Nursing Home 26 Roopers Speldhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 0QL
Trees in a conservation area notification: Silver Birch (T1) - 30% crown reduction
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-04-08
View full details - - Speldhurst Primary School Langton Road Speldhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 0NP
Listed Building Consent - Replacement of pitched roof tiles & flat roof coverings; repointing of chimney stacks; re-lining of existing lead valley; replacement of rainwater goods; redecoration of timb
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - Greenacres (former Post Office Stores) Barden Road Speldhurst Kent TN3 0QD
Change of use from Class E (retail) to provide additional residential accommodation for existing dwelling (Greenacres)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - Long Acre Ferbies Speldhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 0NS
Two storey extension, first floor side extension, conservatory & garage conversion with changes to fenestration (alternative to planning permission 24/02804/FULL, amended by 25/00846/FULL)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2025-10-15
View full details - - Myra Furzefield Avenue Speldhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 0LD
Demolition of existing dwelling, erection of one replacement dwelling and one new dwelling within the garden.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2023-07-21
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A brief summary of Speldhurst in Kent
Speldhurst is a charming village and civil parish located in the borough of Tunbridge Wells, Kent, just 3 miles (5 km) west of the town centre. Known for its picturesque surroundings, Speldhurst offers a blend of rural charm and close proximity to urban amenities, making it a notable area for planning applications and local development. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,955 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Tunbridge Wells district.
Property prices in Speldhurst show an average sale price of £529,093, 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 Speldhurst a particularly low-crime area.
Speldhurst 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 Speldhurst 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Speldhurst 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 Speldhurst
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Speldhurst. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Speldhurst may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Speldhurst were full planning applications (5), tree works (3), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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- 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.