How long do planning decisions take near Broad Oak (TN31)?

The average planning decision time near Broad Oak (TN31) is 71 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 Broad Oak (TN31)?

The planning approval rate near Broad Oak (TN31) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Broad Oak (TN31)?

The most common type of planning application near Broad Oak (TN31) is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Broad Oak (TN31)?

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Broad Oak (TN31), East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Broad Oak (TN31), East Sussex.

East Sussex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Broad Oak (TN31) are administered by Brighton And Hove City Council. View the full Brighton And Hove City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

District: Brede

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £366,476 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rother
Parliamentary constituency: Hastings and Rye
LSOA: Rother 004D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Broad Oak (TN31).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Broad Oak (TN31).

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 Broad Oak (TN31) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Broad Oak (TN31).

- 12 Pond Close, Broad Oak, Rye, East Sussex, TN31 6DR
Certificate of lawfulness for a proposed garage conversion to habitable accommodation.
Type: Outline | Council: Rother | Date: 2026-03-04
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- Hoads Farm - Land Adj, Northiam Road, Brede Tn31 6ep,
Erection of an agricultural workers dwelling to replace existing mobile home
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2023-10-18
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A brief summary of Broad Oak (TN31) in East Sussex

Broad Oak (TN31) is a settlement located in East Sussex, England. It sits within the Brede district.

Property prices in Broad Oak (TN31) show an average sale price of £366,476, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Broad Oak (TN31) a particularly low-crime area.

Broad Oak (TN31) 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 Broad Oak (TN31) includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): High Weald. 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 Broad Oak (TN31)

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Broad Oak (TN31). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Broad Oak (TN31) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 71 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Broad Oak (TN31) were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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