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Planning in Bexhill

Approved
87%
40 of 46 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Bexhill

Postcode districts

TN39 124 applications in the last 12 monthsTN40 61 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Rother District Council

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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.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bexhill 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 Bexhill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Bexhill has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bexhill 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 Bexhill, 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, 73 planning applications were submitted near Bexhill. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (26), outline applications (5), telecoms (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bexhill?
In the last 24 months, 73 planning applications were submitted near Bexhill. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bexhill?
The average planning decision time near Bexhill is 63 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 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 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 26 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bexhill?
You can search and track planning applications near Bexhill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.