Building a Brighter Future in Kent – 2023 and Beyond
Residential property development in Kent is expected to see significant growth in the coming years. This growth is driven by a number of factors, including the increasing demand for housing, the need for more affordable housing options, and the growing popularity of sustainable and environmentally friendly developments.

One of the key trends in the residential property development sector in Kent is the growing demand for eco-friendly homes. With concerns about the environment at an all-time high, many developers are now focusing on incorporating sustainable features into their projects. This includes the use of renewable energy sources, energy-efficient technologies, and the construction of homes that are designed to minimize their carbon footprint.
Another trend that is shaping the future is the need for more affordable housing options. With the cost of living continuing to rise, many people are struggling to find homes that are within their budget. Developers are now exploring new and innovative ways to create affordable homes that are still high quality, and that offer residents all the modern amenities they need.
Finally, the growth of the tech sector in Kent is also playing a major role in shaping the future of residential property development. With the rise of remote working, more and more people are looking to live in areas that offer a good quality of life, and that are close to major tech hubs. This has led to an increased demand for homes in areas such as Paddock Wood, Maidstone and Ashford, which are becoming increasingly popular among tech workers and their families.
In conclusion, the future of residential property development in Kent this year looks bright, with many exciting new trends and developments on the horizon. Whether it’s the growing demand for eco-friendly homes, the need for more affordable housing options, or the rise of the tech sector, there are many factors that are shaping the future of this exciting and dynamic industry.
Contact our Kent development team if you require help or wish to discuss a new housing development in Kent.
Tim Duncan
Thomas Ogden
Jonathan Booth
Alan Mummery
Dan Page
Nick Brandreth
Managing Director
Tim Duncan
BSc (Hons) MRICS MARLA
Tim joined Lambert & Foster in 1994 and qualified as a Chartered Surveyor in 1996. He studied at De Montfort University, having been educated at Lancing College. Born in Tenterden and having lived all his life in East Sussex and more recently Kent, he knows the local area well. Tim originally trained as a building surveyor and specialises in planning and development work. He is an RICS Registered Valuer. Outside of work Tim enjoys shooting, vintage tractors and has a private pilot’s licence and is often in the skies carrying out aerial surveys!
Paddock Wood:01892 832 325
Director
Thomas Ogden
BSc (Hons) MRICS MBIAC AssocRTPI
Tom joined Lambert & Foster in 2013. He is Chartered Planning and Development Surveyor and member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), a full member of the British Institute of Agricultural Consultants (BIAC) and an Associate Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI). As a highly organised and meticulous consultant he prides himself in dealing with contentious planning cases. Tom also sits on the National Fruit Show General Committee.
Outside of work Tom plays hockey and cricket when he can escape from his three daughters and wife! He also enjoys being outdoors, learning about trees and walking and working his spaniels.
Phone:01892 831 600
Director
Jonathan Booth
BA (Hons) MSc MRICS FAAV
Jon hails from a family with close connections to the farming community in Kent. After 10 years working in London he returned to his roots by joining Lambert & Foster in 2014, having completed a Masters in Rural Estate Management at the Royal Agricultural University. By 2017 he had qualified as a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, a Fellow of the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers and as a Registered Valuer. Jon now advises clients on a broad range of professional matters, including Valuation, Estate Management, the Sustainable Farming Incentive and Countryside Stewardship Scheme, Rural Grants and Compulsory Purchase and Compensation. Outside of work Jon is kept busy with two young daughters but can be found on the hockey or cricket field when time allows!
Paddock Wood:01892 832 325
Director
Alan Mummery
MRICS FAAV
Alan is a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS), a RICS Registered Valuer and a fellow of the Central Agricultural Association of Valuers (CAAV).
From a farming family in East Kent, Alan joined Lambert & Foster in 1986. He leads the Farm Agency and Auction teams as well as undertaking specialist rural valuations for lending, tax and litigation purposes. Outside of work Alan maintains his farming interests and is a keen sports fan.
Phone:01892 832 325
Director
Dan Page
BSc (Hons) PGDipSurv MRICS FAAV FBIAC FNAEA
Dan grew up and worked on his family beef and lamb farm in West Kent before completing his undergraduate Geography degree at the University of Bristol in 2006. Having worked for 13 years at a Sussex based Chartered Surveying Firm, Dan moved to Lambert & Foster in 2020. Dan qualified as a Chartered Surveyor in 2010 and as a Fellow of the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers in 2011. Having advised clients on a range of rural professional and agency matters, Dan now tends to specialise in rural and agricultural planning, as well as valuation, utility and compensation work. Dan is also an RICS Registered Valuer and a Fellow of the British Institute of Agricultural Consultants (BIAC) and a Fellow of the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA).
Outside of work, Dan has a young family which keep him rather busy, but when time allows, Dan is a keen cyclist and runner and likes nothing more than a cycle tour of a European mountain range, or more closer to home, taking the kids on a few laps of Bedgebury Forest!
Phone:01435 873 999
Consultant
Nick Brandreth
BSc FRICS
Nick hails from the Lincolnshire Fens and decamped to London in the late 1970’s to qualify at South Bank Polytechnic in surveying. Having married a Lincolnshire farmer’s daughter who decided to farm in Kent, he joined Lambert & Foster in the mid 1980’s to become the first non-auctioneering qualified surveyor in the Practice. Nick specialises in planning and development matters which has traditionally been centred around agricultural buildings but in more recent years has expanded into residential and some commercial development but always maintaining a strong link with agriculture and horticulture.
Paddock Wood:01892 832 325
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