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Planning in Boreham Street

Approved
53%
9 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 21 weeks
on average

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

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About Boreham Street

Boreham Street is a quaint village located in the Wealden district of East Sussex, England, approximately 6 miles from both Hailsham to the west and Battle to the east. The village features several listed buildings along its high street and is perched on a ridge, offering scenic views over the Pevensey Levels and surrounding farmland. Key amenities include the Bull's Head pub and Reid Hall, which hosts various local events, making it a focal point for community gatherings. It sits within the Wartling district.

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

The area around Boreham Street has 24 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Boreham Street 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 Boreham Street, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Boreham Street. Of these, 53% were approved, with an average decision time of 146 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (9), amendments (4), listed building and heritage (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Boreham Street?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Boreham Street. The approval rate is 53%.
How long do planning decisions take near Boreham Street?
The average planning decision time near Boreham Street is 146 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 Boreham Street?
The planning approval rate near Boreham Street is 53%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Boreham Street?
The most common type of planning application near Boreham Street is discharge of conditions, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Boreham Street?
You can search and track planning applications near Boreham Street on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.