Fences, walls and gates in Tonbridge
672 applications since 2020. 422 approved and 52 refused. Refused: about 1 in 9 here, about 1 in 7 across the councils we cover.
Last updated 8 November 2026.
Without planning permission
- No higher than 1 m next to a road used by vehicles, and 2 m anywhere else
- Not within the grounds of a listed building
England, houses only. Flats, listed buildings, conservation areas and Article 4 directions change this.
Year by year
| Year | Applications | Approved | Refused |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 70 | 38 | 1 |
| 2025 | 100 | 75 | 1 |
| 2024 | 109 | 68 | 4 |
| 2023 | 88 | 35 | 5 |
| 2022 | 115 | 75 | 15 |
| 2021 | 111 | 74 | 16 |
| 2020 | 79 | 57 | 10 |
Neighbouring councils
| Council | Approved | Refused | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gravesham | 1,301 | 275 | about 1 in 6 |
| Medway | 312 | 41 | about 1 in 9 |
| Tunbridge Wells | 380 | 38 | about 1 in 11 |