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Planning in Heathfield (TN6)

Approved
89%
16 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Heathfield (TN6) in the last 24 months, from Wealden District Council's planning register.

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About Heathfield (TN6)

Heathfield, a market town in the Wealden District of East Sussex, has a population of 7,667 as of 2021 and is part of the parish of Heathfield and Waldron. Often affectionately referred to as "Heffle" by locals, the town serves as a key area for those researching planning applications, offering a blend of historical charm and community development opportunities. The town has a population of approximately 7,667. It sits within the Heathfield and Waldron district.

Property prices in Heathfield show an average sale price of £410,401, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Heathfield has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Heathfield 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.heathfield.net/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Heathfield, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Heathfield. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (4), tree works (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Heathfield (TN6)?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Heathfield (TN6). The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Heathfield (TN6)?
The average planning decision time near Heathfield (TN6) is 55 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 Heathfield (TN6)?
The planning approval rate near Heathfield (TN6) is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Heathfield (TN6)?
The most common type of planning application near Heathfield (TN6) is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Heathfield (TN6)?
You can search and track planning applications near Heathfield (TN6) on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.