How long do planning decisions take near Cross in Hand?

The average planning decision time near Cross in Hand is 37 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 Cross in Hand?

The planning approval rate near Cross in Hand is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Cross in Hand?

The most common type of planning application near Cross in Hand is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cross in Hand?

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Cross in Hand, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cross in Hand, East Sussex.

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About Cross in Hand

Cross-in-Hand is a quaint village located just west of Heathfield in the Wealden District of East Sussex, England. Sometimes known as Isenhurst, it offers a rural setting that may be of interest to those exploring planning applications in the area, particularly for residential or community developments.

District: Heathfield and Waldron

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Town Insights

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 011B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cross in Hand.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Cross in Hand based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Cross in Hand.

- MALINDI, LEWES ROAD, CROSS IN HAND, HEATHFIELD, TN21 0TA
CONVERSION OF THE GARAGE INTO AN ANNEXE WITH A SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION TO THE REAR OF THE GARAGE AND A SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION TO THE REAR OF THE EXISTING BEDROOMS. VERTICAL TIMBER CLADDING TO THE FRO
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wealden | Date: 2024-08-21
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- LITTLE DUDSLAND, LEWES ROAD, CROSS IN HAND, HEATHFIELD, TN21 0TA
GROUND LEVEL SOLAR PV PANEL ARRAY FOR EXISTING RESIDENTIAL DWELLING
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wealden | Date: 2024-04-05
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- HIGH BEECHES, WARREN LANE, CROSS IN HAND, HEATHFIELD, TN21 0TB
APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL OF DETAILS RESERVED BY CONDITIONS 2 ATTACHED TO WD/2022/1031/F
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wealden | Date: 2023-12-22
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- LAND SOUTH-EAST OF QUARRY WOOD, B2102 LEWES ROAD (ACCESSED OFF FIR GROVE ROAD), CROSS IN HAND, HEATHFIELD, TN21 0TA
OUTLINE APPLICATION FOR THE ERECTION OF 3 NO. DWELLINGS.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Wealden | Date: 2023-03-02
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A brief summary of Cross in Hand in East Sussex

Property prices in Cross in Hand 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 Cross in Hand a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Cross in Hand includes 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 Cross in Hand

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Cross in Hand. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Cross in Hand may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Cross in Hand were discharge of conditions (4), full planning applications (2), tree works (1).

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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