Warehorne, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Warehorne, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
About Warehorne
Warehorne is a quaint village and civil parish located in the southern part of Ashford Borough, Kent, approximately seven miles SSW of Ashford. The community is primarily spread along the B2067 road, which connects Hamstreet to Tenterden, while the scenic Royal Military Canal flows through the southern area of the parish, adding to its charm. This unique blend of rural character and strategic location makes Warehorne an interesting area for potential planning applications.
Population: 337 (2021) · Area: 10.7 km²
District: Ashford
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £413,876 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Ashford
- Parliamentary constituency: Weald of Kent
- LSOA: Ashford 012D
Crime Statistics
1 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Warehorne.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Warehorne.
- 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 Warehorne based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Warehorne.
- - Doorsbridge, Kenardington Road, Warehorne, TN26 2LU
Proposed single storey oak-framed rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Ashford | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - 1 Churchfield Cottages, Church Road, Warehorne, Ashford, TN26 2LL
Lawful Development Certificate of proposed works to a Listed Building for the fitting of secondary window glazing.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Ashford | Date: 2026-01-09
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A brief summary of Warehorne in Kent
Warehorne is a quaint village and civil parish located in the southern part of Ashford Borough, Kent, approximately seven miles SSW of Ashford. The community is primarily spread along the B2067 road, which connects Hamstreet to Tenterden, while the scenic Royal Military Canal flows through the southern area of the parish, adding to its charm. This unique blend of rural character and strategic location makes Warehorne an interesting area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 337 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Ashford district.
Warehorne covers an area of approximately 10.7 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Warehorne show an average sale price of £413,876, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
Neighbourhood safety in Warehorne is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Warehorne 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 Warehorne includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Orlestone Forest SSSI, Dungeness, Romney Marsh and Rye Bay SSSI; 7 Ancient Woodland sites; 2 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Dungeness, Romney Marsh and Rye Bay. 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, Warehorne 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 Warehorne
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Warehorne. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Warehorne may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Warehorne were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.