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Planning in The Down

Only 6 decisions near The Down in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of The Down in the last 24 months, from Tunbridge Wells Borough Council's planning register.

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About The Down

The Down is a settlement located in Kent, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the The Down 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 The Down a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around The Down has 22 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near The Down, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near The Down.

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

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near The Down?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near The Down.
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 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near The Down?
You can search and track planning applications near The Down on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.