How long do planning decisions take near Yalding?

The average planning decision time near Yalding is 47 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 Yalding?

The planning approval rate near Yalding is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Yalding?

The most common type of planning application near Yalding is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Yalding?

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Yalding, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Yalding, Kent.

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About Yalding

Yalding is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Borough of Maidstone, Kent, approximately 6 miles southwest of Maidstone. Nestled at the confluence of the Rivers Teise and Beult, Yalding and its surrounding areas—including Benover, Laddingford, and Queen Street—saw its population grow from 2,236 in 2001 to 2,418 by the 2011 Census, making it a vibrant community for potential planning developments.

Population: 2,675 (2021)

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: Weald of Kent
LSOA: Maidstone 014C

Crime Statistics

7 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 3
vehicle-crime: 2
other-theft: 1
public-order: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Yalding.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Yalding based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Yalding.

- 21 Downs Road Yalding Kent ME18 6JE
Submission of details pursuant to condition 3 - Enhancement of ecology, Subject to 25/505235/FULL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-03-27
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- 2 The Glebe Yalding Kent ME18 6BF
Erection of a two storey side and rear extension and patio.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-03-03
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- 21 Downs Road Yalding Kent ME18 6JE
To demolish the garage and construct a single storey side extension with a flat roof with roof lights, replace conservatory roof with flat roof with roof lantern, erect a front porch with pitched roof
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-01-05
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- Selves Vicarage Road Yalding Kent ME18 6DS
Erection of a detached timber frame and cladding garage/carport with store room above. Roof to be formed with barn hips and tiled to the soften visual look at gable ends.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2025-08-29
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- 1 Alan's Gardens Yalding Kent ME18 6FA
Prior notification for a proposed single storey rear extension which: A) Extends by 4.23 metres beyond the rear wall of the original dwelling. B) Has a maximum height of 3.60 metres from the natural g
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2025-05-23
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A brief summary of Yalding in Kent

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

There were 7 crimes reported in the Yalding area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Yalding 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 Yalding includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Beult SSSI; 17 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 Yalding

In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Yalding. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Yalding.

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Yalding were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (6), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 39% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 19 smaller schemes were submitted.

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