How long do planning decisions take near The Down?

The average planning decision time near The Down is 58 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 The Down?

The planning approval rate near The Down is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near The Down?

The most common type of planning application near The Down is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near The Down?

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The Down, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near The Down, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

Planning applications in The Down are administered by Tunbridge Wells Borough Council. View the full Tunbridge Wells Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: Tunbridge Wells
Parliamentary constituency: Tunbridge Wells
LSOA: Tunbridge Wells 006B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near The Down.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near The Down.

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 The Down based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near The Down.

- Land At Down Farm Lamberhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent
Submission of Details in relation to Condition 20 - (Drainage verification report) of 22/01882/FULL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-06-29
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26/01401/TCA - Down House The Down Lamberhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 8ET
Trees in a conservation area notification: Various Species (T1,T2,T3,T4,T5,T6,T7,T8,T9,G10,T11,T12,T14,T15,T16,18,T19,T20,T36,T40) - See tree survey report
Status: Undecided | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-06-19
26/01301/LBC - Sunnybank Town Hill Lamberhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 8EL
Listed building consent - Repairs to roof and installation of internal spot lights
Status: Undecided | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-06-08
- Sunnybank Town Hill Lamberhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 8EL
Listed building consent - Repairs to roof and installation of internal spot lights
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-06-08
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- Sunnybank Town Hill Lamberhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 8EL
Trees in a Conservation Area Notification: Ash (T2) - coppice to near ground; Sycamore (T11) - dismantle & coppice to ground level; 3no. Sycamore (T12, T13 & T14) - coppice back to stump; Lawsons Cypr
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-04-28
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- Land At Down Farm Lamberhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent
Variation of Condition 2 of Planning Permission 22/01882/FULL - (changes to layout and house types of plots 25 & 26)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2025-11-14
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- 1 Mons Cottage The Slade Lamberhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 8HE
Trees in a Conservation Area Notification: ASH -Pollard to a height of approximately 8m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2025-10-16
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- Land At Down Farm Lamberhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent
Submission of Details in relation to Condition 9 - (Details of External Materials) of 22/01882/FULL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2025-01-15
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- The Vines Lamberhurst Vineyard Furnace Lane Lamberhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 8LA
Erection of a side extension to create a new entrance lobby, utility room and cubby at ground floor level and enlarged living space with storage at roof level with roof extension, creation of dormer,
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2023-08-04
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- Orchard Cottage The Slade Lamberhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 8HN
Demolition of timber and blockwork garage and construction of new garage with workroom and storage in roof space
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2023-07-21
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A brief summary of The Down in Kent

The Down is a settlement located in Kent, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes The Down a particularly low-crime area.

The Down 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 The Down includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Scotney Castle SSSI; 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, The Down 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.

Planning Activity in The Down

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near The Down. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

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

At 58 days on average, decisions near The Down slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near The Down were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2), tree works (2).

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