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Planning in Coldean

Approved
75%
9 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Coldean in the last 24 months, from Brighton and Hove City Council's planning register.

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Around Coldean

Postcode districts

BN1 592 applications in the last 12 monthsBN2 413 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Brighton and Hove City Council

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About Coldean

Coldean is a suburb in the northeast of Brighton and Hove, developed by Brighton Corporation in the 1950s to address the significant housing shortage following World War II. As a postwar council estate, it offers valuable insights for those researching planning applications and housing developments in the region.

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

The area around Coldean has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Coldean 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 Coldean, 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, 37 planning applications were submitted near Coldean. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 100 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (6), outline applications (5).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Coldean?
In the last 24 months, 37 planning applications were submitted near Coldean. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Coldean?
The average planning decision time near Coldean is 100 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 Coldean?
The planning approval rate near Coldean is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Coldean?
The most common type of planning application near Coldean is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Coldean?
You can search and track planning applications near Coldean on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.