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Planning in Blackham

Only 7 decisions near Blackham in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Blackham

Blackham is a picturesque village located in the Wealden district of East Sussex, within the Withyham civil parish. Approximately 5.3 miles east of Royal Tunbridge Wells, it sits on the East Sussex-Kent border, making it an attractive area for planning applications related to rural development and community projects. It sits within the Wealden district.

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

The area around Blackham has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Blackham 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 Blackham, 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, 12 planning applications were submitted near Blackham.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Blackham?
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Blackham.
What types of planning applications are most common near Blackham?
The most common type of planning application near Blackham is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Blackham?
You can search and track planning applications near Blackham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.