How long do planning decisions take near The Down?

The average planning decision time near The Down is 46 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 full planning applications, 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

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £529,093 (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 2026-02.

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

6 planning applications found near The Down.

- 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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- Imago Community Shaw Wood House Lamberhurst Vineyard Furnace Lane Lamberhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 8LA
(Retrospective) Plant room extension; alterations to the external fenestration & removal of rooflights; addition of MHVR duct enclosure; a/c units, air handling unit, solar panels, security gate & fen
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-04-07
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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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- 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.

Property prices in The Down show an average sale price of £529,093, 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 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.

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Planning Activity in The Down

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near The Down. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 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.

The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near The Down were full planning applications (3), tree works (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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