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14 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Staplehurst · updated daily · Maidstone Borough Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 14 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Jubilee Sports Ground Headcorn Road Staplehurst Tonbridge Kent TN12 0DSAwaiting decisionSubmission of details pursuant to condition 14-(detailed landscaping scheme) subject to 24/502740/FULLReceived 28 Oct 202626/504132/SUB
Jubilee Sports Ground Headcorn Road Staplehurst Kent TN12 0BUAwaiting decisionSection 73 - Application for Variation of condition 11 (to provide greater operational flexibility to Parking Management Plan) pursuant to 24/502740/FULL for Creation of a 3G Artificial Grass Pitch (AGP) with perimeter fencing, hardstanding areas, overspill parking for a total of 44 vehicles, storage container, floodlights and access footpath.Received 28 Oct 202626/504131/FULL
Land At Henhurst Farm - Staplehurst The Bartons Staplehurst Kent TN12 0BWAwaiting decisionEnvironmental Screening Opinion: Outline Application (all matters reserved except for access) for erection of residential dwellings, including affordable housing (Class C3) new access point from Pinnock Lane and associated infrastructure (hereafter the Proposed DevelopmentReceived 21 Oct 202626/504072/ENVSCR
Kent Cottage High Street Staplehurst Kent TN12 0AYAwaiting decisionErection of a single storey rear extension with alterations to hard and soft landscaping. Alterations to existing fenestration.Received 20 Oct 202626/503876/FULL
Kent Cottage High Street Staplehurst Kent TN12 0AYAwaiting decisionListed Building Consent for erection of a single storey rear extension with alterations to hard and soft landscaping. Alterations to existing fenestration.Received 20 Oct 202626/503877/LBC

Planning in Staplehurst

Approved: 92%; 12 of 13 decided
Decision time: about 8 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Staplehurst in the last 24 months, from Maidstone Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Staplehurst

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TN12 376 applications in the last 12 months

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Planning authority: Maidstone Borough Council

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About Staplehurst

Staplehurst is a civil parish located in the Maidstone borough of Kent, approximately 9 miles south of Maidstone, with a population of 5,947. Rich in history, it sits along an ancient Roman road, now the A229, and derives its name from Old English terms meaning 'wooded hill at a post,' potentially referencing a boundary marker near All Saints' church. The parish also encompasses the hamlet of Hawkenbury, making it an area of interest for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,693 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Maidstone district.

Property prices in Staplehurst show an average sale price of £405,476, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Staplehurst 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 Staplehurst a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Staplehurst has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Staplehurst 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 Staplehurst, 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, 46 planning applications were submitted near Staplehurst. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), tree works (7), outline applications (4). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Staplehurst?

In the last 24 months, 46 planning applications were submitted near Staplehurst. The approval rate is 92%.

How long do planning decisions take near Staplehurst?

The average planning decision time near Staplehurst is 54 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 Staplehurst?

The planning approval rate near Staplehurst is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Staplehurst?

The most common type of planning application near Staplehurst is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Staplehurst?

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