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15 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Herstmonceux · updated daily · Wealden District Council

Planning in Herstmonceux

Approved
75%
27 of 35 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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BN27 329 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wealden District Council

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About Herstmonceux

Herstmonceux is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Wealden district of East Sussex, known for its historic landmark, Herstmonceux Castle. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 2,613, making it a small but vibrant community that could be of interest for planning applications and local developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,711 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wealden district.

Herstmonceux covers an area of approximately 24.7 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Herstmonceux show an average sale price of £327,930, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Herstmonceux 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 Herstmonceux a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Herstmonceux has 24 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Herstmonceux 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 https://www.herstmonceuxparish.org.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Herstmonceux, 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, 45 planning applications were submitted near Herstmonceux. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (25), full planning applications (9), amendments (2). 5 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Herstmonceux?
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Herstmonceux. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Herstmonceux?
The average planning decision time near Herstmonceux is 75 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 Herstmonceux?
The planning approval rate near Herstmonceux is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Herstmonceux?
The most common type of planning application near Herstmonceux is discharge of conditions, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Herstmonceux?
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