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11 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Etchingwood · updated daily · Wealden District Council

Planning in Etchingwood

Approved
69%
9 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Etchingwood

Postcode districts

TN22 439 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 Etchingwood

Etchingwood is a quaint cluster of mainly detached homes and farms located within the civil parish of Buxted in East Sussex. Situated about 2.3 miles southwest of Uckfield, it is easily accessible via the A272 road. The area features Framfield Road and Etchingwood Lane, connecting it to nearby Hammonds Green and Buxted, while offering several public footpaths and bridleways that provide scenic views of the South Downs National Park. This charming setting presents a unique opportunity for planning applications in a picturesque rural environment. It sits within the Buxted district.

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

The area around Etchingwood has 22 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Etchingwood 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 Etchingwood, 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, 19 planning applications were submitted near Etchingwood. Of these, 69% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Etchingwood?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Etchingwood. The approval rate is 69%.
How long do planning decisions take near Etchingwood?
The average planning decision time near Etchingwood is 73 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 Etchingwood?
The planning approval rate near Etchingwood is 69%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Etchingwood?
The most common type of planning application near Etchingwood is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Etchingwood?
You can search and track planning applications near Etchingwood on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.