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Planning in Hankham

Approved
90%
9 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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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.

Property prices in Hankham show an average sale price of £366,202, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hankham 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 Hankham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hankham has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hankham 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Hankham, 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, 15 planning applications were submitted near Hankham. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (4), listed building and heritage (2). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hankham?
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Hankham. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hankham?
The average planning decision time near Hankham is 52 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 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 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?
You can search and track planning applications near Hankham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.