How long do planning decisions take near Chapel Cross?

The average planning decision time near Chapel Cross is 39 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 Chapel Cross?

The planning approval rate near Chapel Cross is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Chapel Cross?

The most common type of planning application near Chapel Cross is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Chapel Cross?

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Chapel Cross, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Chapel Cross, East Sussex.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £447,745 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wealden
Parliamentary constituency: Sussex Weald
LSOA: Wealden 014A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Chapel Cross.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Chapel Cross.

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 Chapel Cross based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Chapel Cross.

- LAND TO THE NORTH OF UPPER GREENWOODS LANE, CHAPEL CROSS, PUNNETTS TOWN, TN21 9HT
APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL OF DETAILS RESERVED BY CONDITIONS 5, 6, 7, 8, 10 AND 11 ATTACHED TO WD/2024/1637/F.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-02-21
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A brief summary of Chapel Cross in East Sussex

Chapel Cross is a settlement located in East Sussex, England.

Property prices in Chapel Cross show an average sale price of £447,745, 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 Chapel Cross a particularly low-crime area.

Chapel Cross has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Old Heathfield and Cade Street, Rushlake Green. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Chapel Cross includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Binglett's Wood SSSI, St. Dunstan's Farm Meadows SSSI; 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 Chapel Cross

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Chapel Cross. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Chapel Cross.

The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Chapel Cross were outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1).

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