How long do planning decisions take near Bexhill?

The average planning decision time near Bexhill is 65 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 Bexhill?

The planning approval rate near Bexhill is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bexhill?

The most common type of planning application near Bexhill is full planning applications, with 29 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bexhill?

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Bexhill, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bexhill, East Sussex.

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About Bexhill

Bexhill-on-Sea is a coastal town and civil parish situated in the Rother District of East Sussex, England. Nestled along the Sussex Coast, it lies between the towns of Hastings and Eastbourne, making it a key location for planning applications related to seaside development, residential projects, and community services.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £351,796 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rother
Parliamentary constituency: Bexhill and Battle
LSOA: Rother 009E

Crime Statistics

231 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 91
shoplifting: 37
anti-social-behaviour: 34
other-theft: 19
criminal-damage-arson: 17
public-order: 17
vehicle-crime: 5
other-crime: 4
burglary: 3
drugs: 2
robbery: 2

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bexhill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bexhill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Bexhill.

- 6 Deans Close, Bexhill, Bexhill-on-sea, East Sussex, TN39 4DF
Proposed loft conversion
Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2026-02-18
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- Bexhill Leisure Centre Down Road, Bexhill, Bexhill-on-sea, East Sussex, TN39 4HS
Various renovation works including replacement roof covering incorporating solar panels, replacement fascias, soffits, rainwater goods, and replacement of the entrance door and fixed glazing. Installa
Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2026-02-11
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- 69 Buxton Drive, Bexhill, Bexhill-on-sea, East Sussex, TN39 4AU
Application to determine if prior approval is required for the erection of a single storey rear extension which would extend beyond the rear wall of the original dwelling by 4m, for which the maximum
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2026-01-07
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- Willow Down Heatherdune Road, Bexhill, Bexhill-on-sea, East Sussex, TN39 4HB
Certificate of Lawfulness for the proposed erection of a single carport in my garden.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Rother | Date: 2025-09-13
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- 7 Heather Dune Road - land adj, Bexhill TN39 4DY
Installation of 9m medium wooden pole
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Rother | Date: 2024-12-24
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- 8 Glenleigh Park Road Bexhill TN39 4EH
Proposed certificate of lawfulness for proposed loft conversion and internal alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Rother | Date: 2024-11-15
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- 10 Hever Crescent, Bexhill TN39 4HQ
Proposed side extensions to form additional domestic living accommodation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2023-03-25
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- 32 Deans Drive, Bexhill TN39 4DE
Certificate of Lawfulness for the conversion of existing garage structure to form kitchen and dining space. Revision of current window/door openings front and rear.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Rother | Date: 2023-03-21
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- 11 Woodsgate Park, San Rocco, Bexhill TN39 4AP
Proposed erection of a single storey rear extension and front porch Extension; Removal of existing attached garage to be replaced with new garage; Remove pebble dash wall surface (external) to smooth
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2023-01-05
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A brief summary of Bexhill in East Sussex

Property prices in Bexhill show an average sale price of £351,796, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Bexhill area recorded 231 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Bexhill 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 Bexhill includes 11 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Dungeness, Romney Marsh and Rye Bay. 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 Bexhill

In the last 24 months, 50 planning applications were submitted near Bexhill. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 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 Bexhill.

At 65 days on average, decisions near Bexhill slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Bexhill were full planning applications (29), tree works (6), outline applications (5). Full planning applications account for 58% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 5 medium-scale applications, 23 smaller schemes were submitted.

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