Heathfield (TN21), East Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Heathfield (TN21), East Sussex.
East Sussex · England · Town
Planning applications in Heathfield (TN21) are administered by Brighton And Hove City Council. View the full Brighton And Hove City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Heathfield (TN21)
Heathfield, a market town located in the Wealden District of East Sussex, has a population of 7,667 as of 2021. Now part of the parish of Heathfield and Waldron, it is affectionately referred to by locals as "Heffle." This vibrant community may present various opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its rich local character and growth potential.
Population: 7,667
District: Heathfield and Waldron
Website: http://www.heathfield.net/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £410,401 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Wealden
- Parliamentary constituency: Sussex Weald
- LSOA: Wealden 010B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Heathfield (TN21).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Heathfield (TN21).
- 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 Heathfield (TN21) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
18 planning applications found near Heathfield (TN21).
- - REGENCY HOUSE, MARSHLANDS LANE, HEATHFIELD, TN21 8EY
FELL ONE ASH TREE WITHIN TREE PRESERVATION ORDER (HEATHFIELD & WALDRON) NO 82, 1989
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - UNITS 13, 14 & 15 STATION ROAD INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, BROWNING ROAD, HEATHFIELD, TN21 8BD
OVER ROOFING WORKS INCLUDING INSERTION OF INSULATION, REPLACEMENT OF ROOFLIGHTS AND RELINING OF RAINWATER GOODS.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - - LUXMOORE, HAILSHAM ROAD, HEATHFIELD, TN21 8ES
LOFT CONVERSION WITH REAR DORMER AND ROOFLIGHTS TO FRONT
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - THE MARSHES, MARSHLANDS LANE, HEATHFIELD, TN21 8EY
SINGLE STOREY SIDE EXTENSION, CONVERSION OF GARAGE WITH NEW WINDOWS AND NEW SINGLE GARAGE ADDED TO THE EXISTING GARAGE.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - 14-18 HIGH STREET, HEATHFIELD, TN21 8LS
REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING SHOPFRONT FASCIA SIGNAGE TOGETHER WITH UPDATED VINYL GRAPHICS APPLIED TO SHOPFRONT GLAZING.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - 41 RIDGEWAY CLOSE, HEATHFIELD, TN21 8NS
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT FOR ONE ADDITIONAL SELF BUILD DWELLING
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - RIDGEWAY, FIRWOOD RISE, HEATHFIELD, TN21 8LX
EXTEND EXISTING SINGLE GARAGE AND CONSTRUCT GARDEN/HOBBY ROOM
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - 13 STREATFIELD GARDENS, STREATFIELD ROAD, HEATHFIED, TN21 8LW
CUT BACK BRANCHES AND LIMBS BY 6-8FT AND REDUCE HEIGHT BY 6-8FT OF T1 OAK TREE WITHIN TREE PRESERVATION ORDER NO2, 1981
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - REDWOOD, BURWASH ROAD, HEATHFIELD, TN21 8QX
VARIATION OF CONDITION 2 OF WD/2024/0340/F (RETROSPECTIVE APPLICATION FOR CONSTRUCTION OF OUTBUILDING AND USE AS A MASSAGE THERAPY ROOM BY THE OCCUPIER OF REDWOOD, ANCILLARY USE AT OTHER TIMES.) INCRE
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-01-16
View full details - - TANSLEY, COLLINGWOOD AVENUE, HEATHFIELD, TN21 8DN
REMOVAL OF EXISTING GARAGE AND ERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY FRONT AND SIDE EXTENSIONS WITH INTERNAL ALTERATIONS
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-11-19
View full details - - 18 RIDGEWAY CLOSE, HEATHFIELD, TN21 8NS
CROWN REDUCTION BY 2-3M OF ONE OAK TREE SUBJECT TO TPO
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - 7 STREATFIELD GARDENS, HEATHFIELD, TN21 8LW
ANNEX TO REAR GARDEN.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-11-12
View full details - - 67 SPRINGWOOD ROAD, HEATHFIELD, TN21 8JX
WORK AS PER SCHEDULE WITHIN TREE PRESERVATION ORDER (HEATHFIELD/WALDRON) NO 13, 1991
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-10-15
View full details - - KRISALAN, THORNY CLOSE, HEATHFIELD, TN21 0AS
SINGLE STOREY WRAP EXTENSION, CAR PORT, AND DORMER EXTENSION TO EXISTING LOFT ROOM
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-10-15
View full details - - 25 WALDRON THORNS, HEATHFIELD, TN21 0AB
FORMATION OF NEW ACCESS FROM HIGHWAY AND LAYING OF HARDSTANDING TO FORM DRIVEWAY
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-09-26
View full details - - LENNOX COURT, MUTTON HALL HILL, HEATHFIELD, TN21 8NF
PROPOSED ADDITION OF PV PANELS TO THE ROOF OF BOTH BLOCKS.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-07-16
View full details - - THE BARN, STATION APPROACH, HEATHFIELD, TN21 8LG
PROPOSED EXTERNAL ILLUMINATION OF 2 X EXISTING FASCIA SIGNS
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Wealden | Date: 2023-08-18
View full details - - 27B HIGH STREET, HEATHFIELD, TN21 8JR
PROPOSED CONVERSION OF FIRST FLOOR OFFICES TO CREATE 2 NO. RESIDENTIAL UNITS
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wealden | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Heathfield (TN21) in East Sussex
Heathfield, a market town located in the Wealden District of East Sussex, has a population of 7,667 as of 2021. Now part of the parish of Heathfield and Waldron, it is affectionately referred to by locals as "Heffle." This vibrant community may present various opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its rich local character and growth potential. The Town has a population of approximately 7,667. It sits within the Heathfield and Waldron district.
Property prices in Heathfield (TN21) show an average sale price of £410,401, 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 Heathfield (TN21) a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Heathfield (TN21) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Heathfield Park SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): High Weald. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Heathfield (TN21) planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.heathfield.net/. 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.
Planning Activity in Heathfield (TN21)
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Heathfield (TN21). Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Heathfield (TN21) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Heathfield (TN21) were full planning applications (12), tree works (10), discharge of conditions (8). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 38 smaller schemes were submitted.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 27 applications
- Refused: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 12 applications
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