How long do planning decisions take near Gun Hill?

The average planning decision time near Gun Hill is 109 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 Gun Hill?

The planning approval rate near Gun Hill is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Gun Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Gun Hill is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Gun Hill?

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Gun Hill, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gun Hill, East Sussex.

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About Gun Hill

Gun Hill is a quaint hamlet located within the civil parish of Chiddingly in the Wealden district of East Sussex. Nestled among the seven hills of the parish, it offers a unique charm that may be of interest to those exploring planning opportunities in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £447,745 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wealden
Parliamentary constituency: Sussex Weald
LSOA: Wealden 010E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gun Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gun Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Gun Hill.

- MANNA FARM, SWANSBROOK LANE, GUN HILL, CHIDDINGLY, TN21 0LA
APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL OF DETAILS RESERVED BY CONDITION 3 (POSITION OF SHEPHERDS HUT) ATTACHED TO WD/2022/3094/F
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-03-04
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- SWANWOOD FARM, PICK HILL, HEATHFIELD, TN21 0JS (UKPN Ref. 8500321010)
TO UPGRADE THE HIGH VOLTAGE OVERHEAD NETWORK BY REMOVING POLE 530825 AND THE EXISTING POLE MOUNTED TRANSFORMER. A NEW H-POLE WILL BE INSTALLED AND A NEW TRANSFORMER WILL BE INSTALLED ON THE NEW H-POLE
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-05-07
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- MANNA FARM, SWANSBROOK LANE, GUN HILL, CHIDDINGLY, TN21 0LA
CHANGE OF USE OF LAND TO RESIDENTIAL, REMOVAL OF EXISTING WORKSHOP AND CONSTRUCTION OF NEW ANNEXE FOR ANCILLARY PURPOSES.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-01-23
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- 1 GATEHOUSE COTTAGE, GUN HILL, CHIDDINGLY, TN21 0JU
ADDITION OF 1NO. DORMER TO THE FRONT ROOF SLOPE.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wealden | Date: 2023-01-27
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A brief summary of Gun Hill in East Sussex

Property prices in Gun Hill show an average sale price of £447,745, 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 Gun Hill a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Gun Hill includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Gun Hill

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Gun Hill. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 109 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Gun Hill.

With an average of 109 days, decisions near Gun Hill take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Gun Hill were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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