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Planning in Stansted

Approved
64%
7 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Stansted in the last 24 months, from Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council's planning register.

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About Stansted

Stansted is a picturesque village and rural parish located in the Tonbridge and Malling district of Kent, UK. Known for its charming countryside and community atmosphere, Stansted offers a unique setting for planning applications, blending rural living with accessibility to nearby urban areas. The settlement has a population of approximately 525 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Tonbridge and Malling district.

Property prices in Stansted show an average sale price of £446,730, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stansted 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 Stansted a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Stansted has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stansted 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 Stansted, 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, 13 planning applications were submitted near Stansted. Of these, 64% were approved, with an average decision time of 101 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2), tree works (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stansted?
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Stansted. The approval rate is 64%.
How long do planning decisions take near Stansted?
The average planning decision time near Stansted is 101 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 Stansted?
The planning approval rate near Stansted is 64%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stansted?
The most common type of planning application near Stansted is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stansted?
You can search and track planning applications near Stansted on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.