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Planning in Burwash

Only 9 decisions near Burwash in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Burwash

Burwash, a picturesque rural village in the Rother district of East Sussex, is located 15 miles inland from Hastings and five miles southwest of Hurst Green along the A265 road. Nestled in the scenic High Weald, the village is situated on the banks of the River Dudwell, a tributary of the River Rother. Rich in history, it is conveniently positioned near notable landmarks such as Battle Abbey and Bodiam Castle, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,800 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Rother district.

Burwash covers an area of approximately 30.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Burwash 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 Burwash, 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 Burwash.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (2), amendments (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Burwash?
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Burwash.
What types of planning applications are most common near Burwash?
The most common type of planning application near Burwash is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Burwash?
You can search and track planning applications near Burwash on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.