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Planning in Chailey

Approved
91%
10 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Chailey

Chailey is a village and civil parish in the Lewes District of East Sussex, situated 7 miles north of Lewes along the A272 road, which connects Winchester to Canterbury. Notably, the Prime Meridian runs just east of the village, making it a point of geographical interest for those involved in planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,974 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Lewes district.

Chailey covers an area of approximately 24.9 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 Chailey 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 Chailey a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chailey 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.chailey.org/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Chailey, 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, 14 planning applications were submitted near Chailey. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (6), full planning applications (2), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chailey?
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Chailey. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Chailey?
The average planning decision time near Chailey is 78 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 Chailey?
The planning approval rate near Chailey is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Chailey?
The most common type of planning application near Chailey is discharge of conditions, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Chailey?
You can search and track planning applications near Chailey on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.