Land To Rear of Tunbury Avenue, Walderslade Woods, Chatham, ME5

An inviting opportunity to create a beautifully considered detached self-build home in a leafy pocket of Walderslade, set within land on Tunbury Avenue. The proposal is for a single detached dwelling with associated access, parking and landscaping, positioned within a mature garden setting where established trees and planting give the site a calm, tucked-away feel while remaining firmly connected to everyday village and town life.

The indicative design shows a characterful four-bedroom home of around 152 sq m, arranged with family living in mind. The ground floor opens around a welcoming entrance hall, with a separate living room, a dining area and kitchen flowing towards the garden, alongside a utility room, WC and a dedicated home working space. Upstairs, the plans provide four bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with en-suite and wardrobe area, plus a family bathroom, creating a practical and flexible layout for modern living.

Architecturally, the house has been designed to sit comfortably within its surroundings, with warm brickwork, dark timber-style detailing, pitched rooflines and carefully placed windows that give the home a refined yet modest presence. The street scene and elevations show a home that settles naturally into the greenery, framed by established boundary trees and softened by proposed landscaping.

The plot itself extends to approximately 0.07 hectares. It is relatively flat, mainly laid to grass, with trees to the southern part and along the northern boundary, offering a sense of enclosure and privacy that is increasingly hard to find in such an accessible residential location.

Tunbury Avenue places daily essentials close at hand. Walderslade local centre is within walking distance, offering a supermarket, public house, takeaways, restaurant and doctor’s surgery, while Tunbury Primary School sits immediately to the north-west, with Tunbury Park and playing field beyond. The wider Medway towns, including Chatham, Gillingham and Rochester, are easily reached, and the site is around 1km from Junction 3 of the M2, making it well placed for commuters and families alike.

Access is proposed directly from Tunbury Avenue, with off-street parking shown within the scheme. The transport note confirms that suitable visibility splays can be achieved for the 30mph road setting, and that a large car can enter and leave the site in forward gear, supporting a practical everyday arrangement for future occupiers.

This is a rare chance to shape a detached home in an established Walderslade setting, where mature greenery, schools, local amenities and road connections all come together. It offers the appeal of a private garden plot without feeling remote, a place where a future buyer can create a home tailored to their own way of living, with space to work, gather, entertain and enjoy the quiet backdrop of a mature residential setting.

Planning – Application Summary - Outline application with all matters reserved except access for the erection of one detached self-build house with associated landscaping, parking and access.

Reference - 24/01664/OA
Alternative Reference - PP-13451873
Application Received - Mon 14 Oct 2024
Application Validated - Mon 14 Oct 2024
Proposal - Outline application with all matters reserved except access for the erection of one detached self-build house with associated landscaping, parking and access.
Status - Decided
Decision - Approved
Decision Issued Date - Fri 27 Mar 2026

Surface Water - Yearly chance of flooding: Very Low
Rivers & Sea - Yearly chance of flooding: Very Low
This location is outside of a groundwater flood alert area.
Flooding from reservoirs is unlikely in this area.

Nearest:  

Train Station: Chatham. (3.6 miles)
Hospital: Medway Maritime Hospital (4.1 miles)
Doctors: Tunbury Avenue Surgery, 16 Tunbury Ave, Walderslade, Chatham ME5 9EH (0.4 miles)
Pharmacy: Fenns (Chemist) Ltd, 418 Walderslade Rd, Walderslade, Chatham ME5 9LL (0.7 miles)
Post Office: Permark Post Office, 363, 367 Walderslade Rd, Walderslade, Chatham ME5 9LL (0.7 miles)
Supermarket: Co-op Food - Walderslade, Walderslade Rd, Walderslade, Chatham ME5 9LL (0.7 miles)
Household Waste and Recycling Centre: Capstone Household Waste Site (2.5 miles)
Gym: Lordswood Leisure Centre, N Dane Way, Chatham ME5 8YE (1.9 miles)
Green Space: Tunbury Park and Playground, Chatham ME5 9HP (0.5 miles)

Walderslade Woods is a highly sought-after residential area within Medway, Kent, known for its peaceful, leafy setting and strong community feel. Surrounded by woodland and green open spaces, it offers a tranquil lifestyle while remaining well-connected to the rest of Medway and beyond. The area benefits from excellent transport links, with quick access to the M2 for commuting to London or the coast, and nearby train stations in Chatham and Rochester providing high-speed services to the capital in around 40 minutes. Local amenities include the nearby Walderslade Village Centre, with a supermarket, pharmacy, post office, cafés, and takeaway options, while Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre is just a short drive away for a wider retail offering. Families are well served by highly regarded local schools such as Tunbury Primary and Walderslade Primary, with secondary options including Walderslade Girls' School and Greenacre Academy, plus access to Medway's grammar school system. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy easy access to Capstone Farm Country Park and surrounding woodlands, ideal for walking, cycling, and enjoying nature. With its blend of natural beauty, excellent schooling, and commuter convenience, Walderslade Woods offers a fantastic quality of life for families, professionals, and downsizers alike.

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