Yopps Green, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Yopps Green, Kent.
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About Yopps Green
Yopps Green is a quaint hamlet located within the Tonbridge and Malling district of Kent, England, and serves as a part of the nearby village of Plaxtol. Its rural setting and proximity to Plaxtol make it an area of interest for those researching planning applications in this picturesque region.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £821,490 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Sevenoaks
- Parliamentary constituency: Sevenoaks
- LSOA: Sevenoaks 009B
Crime Statistics
3 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- anti-social-behaviour: 2
- other-theft: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Yopps Green.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Yopps Green.
- 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 Yopps Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Yopps Green.
- - Linkwood Yopps Green Plaxtol Sevenoaks Kent TN15 0PY
Single storey rear and side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2026-02-20
View full details - - Mobile At Brookside Farm Bourne Lane Plaxtol Sevenoaks Kent TN15 0RE
Demolition of existing mobile home and replacement dwelling (Self build)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2026-02-05
View full details - - The Hollies, Dux Lane, Plaxtol, Sevenoaks, TN15 0RB
Single storey rear extension in line with existing extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tonbridge | Date: 2025-09-23
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A brief summary of Yopps Green in Kent
Yopps Green is a quaint hamlet located within the Tonbridge and Malling district of Kent, England, and serves as a part of the nearby village of Plaxtol. Its rural setting and proximity to Plaxtol make it an area of interest for those researching planning applications in this picturesque region.
Property prices in Yopps Green show an average sale price of £821,490, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
Neighbourhood safety in Yopps Green is generally good, with just 3 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Yopps Green has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: Plaxtol, Claygate Cross, Plaxtol, Old Soar and Allen's, Plaxtol, Ightham, Fairlawne. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Yopps Green includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bourne Alder Carr SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Kent Downs. 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 Yopps Green
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Yopps Green. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 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 Yopps Green.
The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Yopps Green were full planning applications (5), tree works (4), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.