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Planning in Stone

Approved
91%
73 of 79 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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Around Stone

Postcode districts

DA9 97 applications in the last 12 monthsDA2 232 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dartford Borough Council

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About Stone

Stone, or Stone-next-Dartford, is a village and civil parish located in the Borough of Dartford, Kent, approximately 3 km east of Dartford and 27 km from central London. Nestled along the south bank of the River Thames, it benefits from key transport links including the A226, which connects Dartford to Greenhithe and Gravesend, as well as proximity to the A2 and M25 motorway. The population has grown from 10,778 in 2011 to around 12,890 by 2021, with part of the popular Bluewater Shopping Centre situated within the parish, making it a notable area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 12,982 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dartford district.

Property prices in Stone show an average sale price of £296,378, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stone 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 Stone a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Stone has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stone 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://stoneparishcouncil.com/about-stone/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Stone, 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, 98 planning applications were submitted near Stone. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 94 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (18), amendments (6), outline applications (5). 9 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stone?
In the last 24 months, 98 planning applications were submitted near Stone. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Stone?
The average planning decision time near Stone is 94 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?
The planning approval rate near Stone is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stone?
The most common type of planning application near Stone is discharge of conditions, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stone?
You can search and track planning applications near Stone on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.