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Planning in Boarshead

Approved
91%
20 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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Around Boarshead

Postcode districts

TN6 209 applications in the last 12 monthsTN3 284 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wealden District Council

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About Boarshead

Boarshead is a settlement located in East Sussex, England. It sits within the Rotherfield district.

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

The area around Boarshead has 22 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Boarshead 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 Boarshead, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Boarshead. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 93 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (9), full planning applications (4), tree works (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Boarshead?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Boarshead. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Boarshead?
The average planning decision time near Boarshead is 93 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 Boarshead?
The planning approval rate near Boarshead is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Boarshead?
The most common type of planning application near Boarshead is discharge of conditions, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Boarshead?
You can search and track planning applications near Boarshead on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.