How long do planning decisions take near Stone Cross (TN25)?

The average planning decision time near Stone Cross (TN25) is 60 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 (TN25)?

The planning approval rate near Stone Cross (TN25) is 25%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Stone Cross (TN25)?

The most common type of planning application near Stone Cross (TN25) is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stone Cross (TN25)?

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Stone Cross (TN25), Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stone Cross (TN25), Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

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District: Speldhurst

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Area Information

Admin district: Ashford
Parliamentary constituency: Ashford
LSOA: Ashford 010C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stone Cross (TN25).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Stone Cross (TN25).

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
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Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Stone Cross (TN25) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Stone Cross (TN25).

- Hamilton Farm, Stone Cross Road, Bilsington, TN25 7JJ
Prior notification for an agricultural storage building
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Ashford | Date: 2026-02-23
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A brief summary of Stone Cross (TN25) in Kent

Stone Cross (TN25) is a settlement located in Kent, England. It sits within the Speldhurst district.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Stone Cross (TN25) a particularly low-crime area.

Stone Cross (TN25) 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 (TN25) includes 15 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 (TN25)

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Stone Cross (TN25). Of these, 25% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 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 Stone Cross (TN25).

At 60 days on average, decisions near Stone Cross (TN25) slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Stone Cross (TN25) were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), 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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