How long do planning decisions take near The Warren?

The average planning decision time near The Warren is 59 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 Warren?

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

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

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

How can I track planning applications near The Warren?

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The Warren, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near The Warren, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

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About The Warren

The Warren, formerly known as Warren House, is a Grade II listed building situated in West Wickham, within the postal district of Hayes, Greater London. Constructed in 1882 by Walter Maximilian de Zoete, this manor house features striking Flemish style architecture and has historical significance, having served as an auxiliary hospital during World War I. Its unique heritage may impact local planning applications and development considerations in the area.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £413,876 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Ashford
Parliamentary constituency: Ashford
LSOA: Ashford 010E

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near The Warren.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Warren based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near The Warren.

- 26 Hazel Heights, Ashford, TN25 4GF
T1- Eucalyptus - Fell - Close proximity to neighbouring garage
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Ashford | Date: 2025-10-22
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- 14, Hazel Heights, Ashford, TN25 4GF
T1 - Eucalyptus - Fell - to replant with a smaller native tree due to current tree blocking light.
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Ashford | Date: 2025-06-12
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- 29, Hoads Wood Gardens, Ashford, TN25 4QB
Proposed conversion of attached garage.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Ashford | Date: 2023-11-30
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A brief summary of The Warren in Kent

Property prices in The Warren show an average sale price of £413,876, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Warren 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 Warren includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Kent Downs. 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 Warren

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near The Warren. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

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

At 59 days on average, decisions near The Warren slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near The Warren were tree works (4), full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.

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