How long do planning decisions take near Willington?

The average planning decision time near Willington 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 Willington?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Willington?

The most common type of planning application near Willington is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Willington?

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Willington, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Willington, Kent.

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About Willington

Willington is a suburb located within Maidstone, part of the Maidstone district in Kent, England. Its proximity to Maidstone makes it a relevant area for those researching planning applications, as it benefits from the amenities and infrastructure of a larger town while maintaining a distinct residential character.

District: Maidstone

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £380,210 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Maidstone
Parliamentary constituency: Faversham and Mid Kent
LSOA: Maidstone 012B

Crime Statistics

168 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 67
anti-social-behaviour: 27
criminal-damage-arson: 18
vehicle-crime: 15
shoplifting: 13
public-order: 8
drugs: 6
burglary: 5
other-theft: 5
possession-of-weapons: 2
robbery: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Willington.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Willington based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Willington.

- RCCG Sure Foundation Cheshire Road Maidstone Kent ME15 8HN
Erection of single storey extension to existing church building.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-05-07
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26/500963/TPOA - 74 Highland Road Maidstone Kent ME15 7QH
Tree Preservation Order application: Oak (T1) - Prune canopy on north side of canopy by 2m, back from no.74/76 Highland Road, pruning to suitable growth points. Prune canopy on east side of canopy by
Status: Undecided | Council: Maidstone | Date: 2026-03-13
- Land West Of Church Road Otham Kent ME15 8SB
Submission of details pursuant to condition 36 (verification report pertaining to surface water drainage system) subject to 22/501614/FULL.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-03-05
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- Land Rear Of 260 To 262 Willington Street Maidstone Kent ME15 8AT
Submission of details pursuant to conditions 4 (slab levels), 5 (materials), 6 (energy efficiency measures), and 7 (hard & soft landscaping), subject to application 21/504929/FULL.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-02-28
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- 258 Willington Street Maidstone Kent ME15 8AT
Submission of details pursuant to conditions 4 (slab Levels), 5 (materials) and 11 (soft landscaping) subject to application 21/503093/FULL.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-02-18
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- 1 Freeman Way Maidstone Kent ME15 8AN
Replace the brick and mortar retaining wall with steel pilings and wooden sleepers.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-02-18
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- 8 Spencer Way Maidstone Kent ME15 8AU
Erection of a single storey side and first floor side extensions.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-01-22
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- 30 Chapman Avenue Maidstone Kent ME15 8EN
Erection of a single storey rear extension with the addition of rear dormer on the first floor.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-01-12
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- 7 Woolley Road Maidstone Kent ME15 8PY
Erection of a single storey side/rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2025-02-26
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- 24 Westmorland Road Maidstone Kent ME15 8BQ
Demolition of existing garage and erection of residential annex for ancillary use.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2023-12-01
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A brief summary of Willington in Kent

Property prices in Willington show an average sale price of £380,210, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Willington area recorded 168 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Willington 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 Willington includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Spot Lane Quarry SSSI; 11 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Willington

In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Willington. 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 Willington may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

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

The most common application types near Willington were full planning applications (18), discharge of conditions (6), tree works (4). Full planning applications account for 53% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 3 medium-scale applications, 26 smaller schemes were submitted.

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