Search Wateringbury planning applications

12 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Wateringbury · updated daily · Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 12 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Mill Cottage 31 Mill Lane Wateringbury Maidstone Kent ME18 5PEAwaiting decision2x Ash (applicant ref 1 and 2) remove tree ivy and pollard back to previous points. 1x Cherry Laurel (applicant ref 3) cut overhanging branches by approx 4ftReceived 13 Oct 202626/01932/TNCA
Mill Pond Cottage 36 Mill Lane Wateringbury Maidstone Kent ME18 5PFAwaiting decisionFelling of 6 x Ash trees suffering Ash die back disease, situated around pond in close proximity to shed and boundary fenceReceived 6 Oct 202626/01874/TNCA
55 Phoenix Drive Wateringbury Maidstone Kent ME18 5DRApprovedDemolition of existing conservatory replace with a single storey rear extensionReceived 4 Sep 2026Decided 26 Oct 202626/01641/FL
The Cottage West Church Street Teston Kent ME18 5AJAwaiting decisionConservation Area Notification: Large Laurel - Reduce to 2.2m approx in height and reduction to hedgeReceived 1 Sep 202626/503344/TCA
Brooms Down 35 Mill Lane Wateringbury Maidstone Kent ME18 5PEWithdrawnReplacement windows and doorsReceived 25 Aug 2026Decided 27 Aug 202626/01456/FL

Planning in Wateringbury

Approved: 70%; 16 of 20 decided
Decision time: about 10 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wateringbury in the last 24 months, from Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Wateringbury

Postcode districts

ME18 145 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council

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About Wateringbury

Wateringbury is a village and civil parish located near Maidstone in Kent, England. It is characterized by the Wateringbury Stream, which feeds into the River Medway just north of Bow Bridge, and historically supported three watermills, with one still operational today. The village is also served by Wateringbury railway station on the Medway Valley Line, making it an accessible location for potential development and planning opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,976 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Tonbridge and Malling district.

Property prices in Wateringbury show an average sale price of £357,820, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wateringbury 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 Wateringbury a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Wateringbury has 16 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wateringbury 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Wateringbury, 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, 44 planning applications were submitted near Wateringbury. Of these, 70% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), outline applications (8), tree works (7).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wateringbury?

In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near Wateringbury. The approval rate is 70%.

How long do planning decisions take near Wateringbury?

The average planning decision time near Wateringbury is 73 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 Wateringbury?

The planning approval rate near Wateringbury is 70%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wateringbury?

The most common type of planning application near Wateringbury is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wateringbury?

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