How long do planning decisions take near Hankham?

The average planning decision time near Hankham is 40 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 Hankham?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Hankham?

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

How can I track planning applications near Hankham?

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Hankham, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hankham, East Sussex.

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About Hankham

Hankham is a village located within the civil parish of Westham in the Wealden District of East Sussex, England. Situated approximately five miles northeast of Eastbourne, Hankham is part of a rapidly growing area that includes the settlements of Westham and Stone Cross. Its proximity to the Greater Eastbourne conurbation has led to significant expansion, making it an important location for planning applications and developments in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £392,480 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wealden
Parliamentary constituency: Bexhill and Battle
LSOA: Wealden 020B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hankham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hankham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Hankham.

- 4 HANKHAM STREET, HANKHAM, WESTHAM, BN24 5BG
DEMOLITION OF AN EXISTING REAR CONSERVATORY AND THE ERECTION OF A NEW 2 STOREY REAR EXTENSION TO FORM ENLARGED KITCHEN/BREAKFAST AREA ON THE GROUND FLOOR AND AN ADDITIONAL BEDROOM WITH EN-SUITE SHOWER
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-04-21
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- UNIT 10 & 11, SAXON NURSERY, HANKHAM ROAD, PEVENSEY, HANKHAM, BN24 5AN
VARIATION OF CONDITIONS 6 AND 10 OF WD/2018/2066/F (CHANGE OF USE FROM NURSERY PRODUCTION TUNNEL AND OUTSIDE PRODUCTION AREA TO B8 STORAGE AND DISTRIBUTION USE) TO ALLOW FOR PARKING PROVISIONS BEFORE
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-03-25
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- HANKHAM NURSERIES, HANKHAM STREET, HANKHAM, WESTHAM, BN24 5BE
APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL OF DETAILS RESERVED BY CONDITIONS 7 AND 9 ATTACHED TO WD/2022/0473/F
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wealden | Date: 2023-03-22
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A brief summary of Hankham in East Sussex

Property prices in Hankham show an average sale price of £392,480, 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 Hankham a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Hankham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Pevensey Levels SSSI; 9 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Pevensey Levels; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Pevensey Levels. 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 Hankham

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Hankham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

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

The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hankham were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (3), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 3 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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