How long do planning decisions take near Beckley Furnace?

The average planning decision time near Beckley Furnace is 85 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Beckley Furnace?

The planning approval rate near Beckley Furnace is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Beckley Furnace?

The most common type of planning application near Beckley Furnace is amendment applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Beckley Furnace?

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Beckley Furnace, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Beckley Furnace, East Sussex.

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Planning applications in Beckley Furnace are administered by Rother District Council. View the full Rother District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Beckley Furnace

Beckley is a charming village and civil parish situated in the Rother district of East Sussex, England. Nestled along the B2088 minor road, it lies five miles northwest of Rye and ten miles from Hastings, with its northern boundary defined by the scenic river Rother. This picturesque location makes it an appealing area for planning applications, particularly for developments that embrace its natural surroundings.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £366,476 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rother
Parliamentary constituency: Hastings and Rye
LSOA: Rother 004B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Beckley Furnace.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Beckley Furnace.

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 Beckley Furnace based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Beckley Furnace.

- Furnace Oast, Furnace Lane, Broad Oak TN31 6ET
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed erection of Oak framed Extension to the rear of Furnace Oast
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Rother | Date: 2025-04-17
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A brief summary of Beckley Furnace in East Sussex

Property prices in Beckley Furnace show an average sale price of £366,476, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Beckley Furnace a particularly low-crime area.

Beckley Furnace has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Beckley Furnace includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): High Weald. 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 Beckley Furnace

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Beckley Furnace. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 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 Beckley Furnace.

The average decision period of 85 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Beckley Furnace were amendments (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application was submitted.

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