How long do planning decisions take near Stone Cross (TN3)?

The average planning decision time near Stone Cross (TN3) 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 Stone Cross (TN3)?

The planning approval rate near Stone Cross (TN3) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Stone Cross (TN3)?

The most common type of planning application near Stone Cross (TN3) is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stone Cross (TN3)?

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Stone Cross (TN3), Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stone Cross (TN3), Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

Planning applications in Stone Cross (TN3) are administered by Ashford Borough Council. View the full Ashford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

District: Speldhurst

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £473,862 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wealden
Parliamentary constituency: Sussex Weald
LSOA: Wealden 002C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stone Cross (TN3).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Stone Cross (TN3).

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 Stone Cross (TN3) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Stone Cross (TN3).

26/01460/FULL - Manor Court Farm Ashurst Road Ashurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 9TB
New access and roadway
Status: Undecided | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-07-01
26/01276/NMAMD - Manor Court Farm Ashurst Road Ashurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 9TB
Non-Material Amendment in relation to 25/01179/FULL - (Addition of a garage & front gate to Plot 6; change on elevation treatment of Plot 4; addition of freestanding pergola to Plot 1)
Status: Undecided | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-06-08
26/01246/FULL - Stone Cross Farmhouse Ashurst Road Ashurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 9SX
Conversion of outbuilding to a games room; alterations to weatherboarding
Status: Undecided | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-06-04
26/01198/LBC - Stone Cross Farmhouse Ashurst Road Ashurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 9SX
Listed Building Consent - Alterations to convert garage to gym & outbuilding to games room
Status: Undecided | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-05-28

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A brief summary of Stone Cross (TN3) in Kent

Stone Cross (TN3) is a settlement located in Kent, England. It sits within the Speldhurst district.

Property prices in Stone Cross (TN3) show an average sale price of £473,862, 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 Stone Cross (TN3) a particularly low-crime area.

Stone Cross (TN3) 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 Stone Cross (TN3) 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 Stone Cross (TN3)

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Stone Cross (TN3). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Stone Cross (TN3) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Stone Cross (TN3) were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (4), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 32% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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