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Planning in Barcombe

Only 2 decisions near Barcombe in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Barcombe in the last 24 months, from Wealden District Council's planning register.

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About Barcombe

Barcombe is a village and civil parish in the Lewes District of East Sussex, comprising four distinct settlements. The historic old Barcombe features the parish church, while Barcombe Cross serves as the primary hub, offering essential amenities and services. Additionally, the parish includes the hamlet of Spithurst to the northeast and Town Littleworth to the northwest, making it a diverse area for potential planning applications and community development.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Barcombe area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Barcombe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Barcombe has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Barcombe planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Barcombe, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Barcombe.

The most common types were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Barcombe?
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Barcombe.
What types of planning applications are most common near Barcombe?
The most common type of planning application near Barcombe is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Barcombe?
You can search and track planning applications near Barcombe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.