Search Westerham planning applications

16 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Westerham · updated daily · Sevenoaks District Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 16 · received or decided in the last 90 days

30 London Road Westerham Kent TN16 1BDAwaiting decisionRemoval of existing oil tank and side fence. Erection of a wrap-around front extension with pitched roof. Installation of rooflights.Received 30 Oct 202626/02803/HOUSE
Buddha Of Westerham 23 Market Square Westerham Kent TN16 1ANAwaiting decisionDetails pursuant to condition 3 (Cycle Parking) of 25/02879/FUL.Received 26 Oct 202626/02818/DETAIL
99 High Street Westerham Kent TN16 1SFAwaiting decisionVarious works to trees.Received 15 Oct 202626/02722/WTCA
Land North Of St John The Baptist Church Hosey Hill Westerham KentAwaiting decisionErection of dwellings with a minimum of one and a maximum of nine net dwellings and associated ancillary works.Received 12 Oct 202626/02685/PIP
12 The Green Westerham Kent TN16 1ASAwaiting decisionT1 Weeping willow - Over extended lateral limb to reduce to union 3m from the main stem. Reduce the top by 2-3m. Prune various mid canopy branches to keep a nice balanced shape.Received 9 Oct 202626/02669/WTCA

Planning in Westerham

Approved: 95%; 19 of 20 decided
Decision time: about 6 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Westerham in the last 24 months, from Sevenoaks District Council's planning register.

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Around Westerham

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TN16 218 applications in the last 12 months

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Planning authority: Sevenoaks District Council

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About Westerham

Westerham is a historic town and civil parish in Kent's Sevenoaks District, located just 3.4 miles east of Oxted and 6 miles west of Sevenoaks, near the borders of Greater London and Surrey. With roots dating back to the 9th century and recognized in the Domesday Book of 1086, Westerham boasts a rich heritage, including the River Darent, which once powered three watermills. As of 2021, the town has a population of 4,498, making it an area of interest for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,501 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Sevenoaks district.

Property prices in Westerham show an average sale price of £491,460, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Westerham 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 Westerham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Westerham has 24 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Westerham 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.westerhamtown.co.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Westerham, 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, 66 planning applications were submitted near Westerham. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

The most common types were tree works (13), discharge of conditions (12), full planning applications (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Westerham?

In the last 24 months, 66 planning applications were submitted near Westerham. The approval rate is 95%.

How long do planning decisions take near Westerham?

The average planning decision time near Westerham is 43 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 Westerham?

The planning approval rate near Westerham is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Westerham?

The most common type of planning application near Westerham is tree works applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Westerham?

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