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Planning in Chelwood Common

Approved
94%
16 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Chelwood Common

Chelwood Common is a settlement located in East Sussex, England.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chelwood Common 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 Chelwood Common, 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, 19 planning applications were submitted near Chelwood Common. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), amendments (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chelwood Common?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Chelwood Common. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Chelwood Common?
The average planning decision time near Chelwood Common is 66 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 Chelwood Common?
The planning approval rate near Chelwood Common is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Chelwood Common?
The most common type of planning application near Chelwood Common is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Chelwood Common?
You can search and track planning applications near Chelwood Common on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.