How long do planning decisions take near Danehill?

The average planning decision time near Danehill is 61 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 Danehill?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Danehill?

The most common type of planning application near Danehill is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Danehill?

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Danehill, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Danehill, East Sussex.

East Sussex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Danehill are administered by Wealden District Council. View the full Wealden District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Danehill

Danehill is a picturesque village located in East Sussex, England. Known for its charming rural setting, it offers a unique blend of community spirit and natural beauty, making it an appealing area for potential planning applications and development opportunities.

Population: 1,836 (2021) · Area: 22.7 km²

District: Wealden

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £492,826 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Mid Sussex
Parliamentary constituency: East Grinstead and Uckfield
LSOA: Mid Sussex 006D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Danehill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Danehill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Danehill.

- MARLAND HOUSE, CHURCH LANE, DANEHILL, RH17 7EY
REMOVE 1X SWEET CHESTNUT LEAVING MAIN STEM AS APPROXIMATELY 8M HIGH STANDING MONOLITH, TREE SUBJECT TO REGULATIONS, DESIGNATED DANEHILL CONSERVATION AREA OCTOBER 1995/MARCH 2017
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-03-23
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- BELLE VUE, CHURCH LANE, DANEHILL, RH17 7EY
VARIATION OF CONDITION 2 OF WD/2024/0954/F (DEMOLITION OF EXISTING GARAGE AND CONSTRUCTION OF NEW OUTBUILDING WITH THE SAME FOOT PRINT IN DIFFERENT LOCATION) AMENDMENT TO THE EXTERNAL MATERIALS AND FE
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-10-10
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- LITTLE DANEWOOD WEST, CHURCH LANE, DANEHILL, RH17 7EU
REDUCE CROWN OF ONE FALSE ACACIA TREE BY 2M ALL ROUND SUBJECT TO REGULATIONS DESIGNATED (DANEHILL) CONSERVATION AREA OCTOBER 1995/MARCH 2017
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wealden | Date: 2023-03-02
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- 1 ROSE COTTAGES, LEWES ROAD, DANEHILL, RH17 7ET
FELL ONE HAWTHORN TREE SUBJECT TO REGULATIONS DESIGNATED (DANEHILL) CONSERVATION AREA OCTOBER 1995/MARCH 2017
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wealden | Date: 2023-02-22
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A brief summary of Danehill in East Sussex

Danehill covers an area of approximately 22.7 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Danehill show an average sale price of £492,826, 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 Danehill a particularly low-crime area.

Danehill has one conservation area within its boundaries: Danehill. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Danehill 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 Danehill

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Danehill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

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

At 61 days on average, decisions near Danehill slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Danehill were full planning applications (3), other applications (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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