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Planning in Wildernesse

Approved
93%
40 of 40 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Wildernesse

Wildernesse House, a Grade II listed Georgian mansion located in Seal, Kent, near Sevenoaks, has a rich history as a former headquarters for the Royal London Society for the Blind until 2013. Following its use as housing for blind and partially sighted children, the property has been transformed into a retirement community, making it a notable site for planning applications in the area.

Property prices in Wildernesse show an average sale price of £653,059, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wildernesse 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 Wildernesse a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Wildernesse has 22 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wildernesse 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 Wildernesse, 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, 111 planning applications were submitted near Wildernesse. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

The most common types were tree works (46), discharge of conditions (11), full planning applications (9).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wildernesse?
In the last 24 months, 111 planning applications were submitted near Wildernesse. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wildernesse?
The average planning decision time near Wildernesse is 39 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 Wildernesse?
The planning approval rate near Wildernesse is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wildernesse?
The most common type of planning application near Wildernesse is tree works applications, with 46 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wildernesse?
You can search and track planning applications near Wildernesse on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.