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Planning in Frant

Approved
80%
37 of 44 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,632 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wealden district.

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 £473,862, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Frant 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 Frant a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Frant has 20 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Frant 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://www.frant.info/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Frant, 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, 57 planning applications were submitted near Frant. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were tree works (13), full planning applications (12), discharge of conditions (9). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Frant?
In the last 24 months, 57 planning applications were submitted near Frant. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Frant?
The average planning decision time near Frant is 64 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 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 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 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Frant?
You can search and track planning applications near Frant on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.