How long do planning decisions take near The Moor?

The average planning decision time near The Moor is 45 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 Moor?

The planning approval rate near The Moor is 60%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

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

The most common type of planning application near The Moor is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near The Moor?

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The Moor, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near The Moor, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

Planning applications in The Moor 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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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £544,668 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Tunbridge Wells
Parliamentary constituency: Tunbridge Wells
LSOA: Tunbridge Wells 014B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near The Moor.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Moor based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near The Moor.

- 1 Ridgeway Horns Road Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 4RA
Erection of single-storey dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-03-25
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- Dell Farm Horns Road Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 4QS
Single-storey side extension; roof side extension; installation of 2no windows
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2026-02-10
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- Lakeside Stream Lane Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 4RB
Dead, Dying or Dangerous Tree Notification: BEECH - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2025-02-12
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- 2 Elfords Cottages Hastings Road Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 4RP
Two storey side extension
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2024-12-24
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- Former PF Skeet Yard Talbot Road Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent
Non-Material Amendment in relation to 14/505904/FULL - Placement of air source heat pump, hot water tank, gas monitoring facility, addition of rooflight, amendments to chimney
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2024-10-28
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- Cowden Park Horns Road Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 4QS
TREES: OAK (T1) - Fell near to ground level & remove regrowth as emerges
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2024-04-25
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- The Lodge Hastings Road Hawkhurst Cranbrook Kent TN18 4RS
Non-Material Amendment in relation to 22/00399/FULL - (Alterations in fenestration)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Tunbridge Wells | Date: 2023-03-31
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A brief summary of The Moor in Kent

The Moor is a settlement located in Kent, England.

Property prices in The Moor show an average sale price of £544,668, 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 Moor a particularly low-crime area.

The Moor 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 Moor includes 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 Moor

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near The Moor. Of these, 60% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 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 The Moor.

The average decision time of 45 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 Moor were full planning applications (4), tree works (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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