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Planning in Etchingham

No decisions near Etchingham in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Etchingham

Etchingham is a picturesque village and civil parish situated in the Rother district of East Sussex, approximately 15 miles southeast of Royal Tunbridge Wells and 13 miles northwest of Hastings. Positioned along the A265 and just half a mile from its junction with the A21, this charming area offers convenient access for those interested in planning applications and development opportunities within the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 857 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Rother district.

Etchingham covers an area of approximately 13.4 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 Etchingham show an average sale price of £619,826, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Etchingham 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 (May 2026). This makes Etchingham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Etchingham has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Etchingham 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://beehive.courier.co.uk/default.asp?WCI=SiteHome&ID=2849.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Etchingham, 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, 1 planning application was submitted near Etchingham.

The most common types were outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Etchingham?
In the last 24 months, 1 planning application was submitted near Etchingham.
What types of planning applications are most common near Etchingham?
The most common type of planning application near Etchingham is outline applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Etchingham?
You can search and track planning applications near Etchingham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.