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Planning in Dittons

Approved
88%
23 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Dittons

Postcode districts

BN24 75 applications in the last 12 monthsBN26 150 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wealden District Council

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About Dittons

Dittons is a settlement located in East Sussex, England.

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

The area around Dittons has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dittons 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 Dittons, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Dittons. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (9), full planning applications (6), outline applications (5). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Dittons?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Dittons. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Dittons?
The average planning decision time near Dittons is 59 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 Dittons?
The planning approval rate near Dittons is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Dittons?
The most common type of planning application near Dittons is discharge of conditions, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Dittons?
You can search and track planning applications near Dittons on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.