How long do planning decisions take near Frant?

The average planning decision time near Frant is 47 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 Frant?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Frant?

The most common type of planning application near Frant is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Frant?

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Frant, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Frant, East Sussex.

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About Frant

Frant is a charming village and civil parish located in the Wealden District of East Sussex, England, just three miles south of Royal Tunbridge Wells and near the Kent border. This picturesque area may present opportunities for planning applications, given its residential character and proximity to larger urban centres.

Population: 1,632 (2021) · Area: 31.9 km²

District: Wealden

Website: http://www.frant.info/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £529,093 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wealden
Parliamentary constituency: Sussex Weald
LSOA: Wealden 002A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Frant.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Frant based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Frant.

- THE GEORGE INN, 36 HIGH STREET, FRANT, TN3 9DU
POLLARD ONE LIME TREE SUBJECT TO REGULATIONS DESIGNATED FRANT CONSERVATION AREA JUNE 2003, MARCH 2017
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-03-13
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- 37 HIGH STREET, FRANT, TN3 9DT
REPLACEMENT OF FORMER SHOPFRONT WINDOWS AND CONTINUATION OF PAINTED WEATHERBOARD OVER DIS-USED EXTERNAL DOOR
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-02-19
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- 37 HIGH STREET, FRANT, TN3 9DT
APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL OF DETAILS RESERVED BY CONDITION 2 ATTACHED TO WD/2023/1210/LB
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-02-18
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- PARKSIDE, THE GREEN, FRANT, TN3 9ED
ASH - (T1) - REDUCE THE OVERALL CANOPY BY 2-3 METRES BACK TO THE PREVIOUS PRUNING POINTS.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-01-07
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- GREENWOOD, HIGH STREET, FRANT, TN3 9DR
T1 ASH TREE TO BE FELLED, DUE TO ASH DIE BACK, TREE IS IN DECLINE SHOWING LOTS OF DEAD WOOD AND POOR CANOPY GROWTH. THE TREE IS ON THE BOUNDARY POSING A RISK TO PEDESTRIANS AND CARS THAT PASS UNDER.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-01-05
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- THE GEORGE INN, 36 HIGH STREET, FRANT, TN3 9DU
WORKS TO TREES SUBJECT TO REGULATIONS DESIGNATED FRANT CONSERVATION AREA JUNE 2003, MARCH 2017
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-10-13
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A brief summary of Frant in East Sussex

Frant covers an area of approximately 31.9 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 Frant show an average sale price of £529,093, 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 Frant a particularly low-crime area.

Frant has one conservation area within its boundaries: Frant. 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 Frant includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Eridge Park SSSI; 18 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Frant planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.frant.info/. 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.

Planning Activity in Frant

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Frant. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

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

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Frant were tree works (5), listed building and heritage (4), discharge of conditions (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 13 smaller schemes were submitted.

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