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Planning activity
20
67% approval
Approval rate
67%
8 of 11 decided
Decision speed
~16 wks
average time to decision

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Planning data sourced from Kent council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wouldham?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Wouldham. The approval rate is 67%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wouldham?
The average planning decision time near Wouldham is 113 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 Wouldham?
The planning approval rate near Wouldham is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wouldham?
The most common type of planning application near Wouldham is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wouldham?
You can search and track planning applications near Wouldham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.

About Wouldham - Planning Applications & Local Development

Wouldham is a picturesque village located along the River Medway in Kent, England. With a population that has grown from approximately 1,500 in 2011 due to significant housing developments to the south, the village offers a blend of historical charm and modern amenities. Notable features include an 11th-century church, two schools—one primary and one for special educational needs—and two public houses, The Medway Inn and The Waterman's Arms, making it a vibrant community for potential planning applications. The other has a population of approximately 2,774 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Tonbridge and Malling district.

Property prices in Wouldham show an average sale price of £347,190, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Wouldham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Wouldham has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Wouldham, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Wouldham. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 113 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), amendments (3), outline applications (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).