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Planning in Horam

Approved
86%
12 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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About Horam

Horam is a civil parish and village located in the Wealden District of East Sussex, just three miles south of Heathfield. The parish encompasses the settlements of Vines Cross and Burlow, making it a notable area for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,121 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wealden district.

Horam covers an area of approximately 10.4 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 Horam show an average sale price of £410,401, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Horam 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 Horam a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Horam 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.horam.com/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Horam, 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 Horam. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

The most common types were outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Horam?
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Horam. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Horam?
The average planning decision time near Horam is 38 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 Horam?
The planning approval rate near Horam is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Horam?
The most common type of planning application near Horam is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Horam?
You can search and track planning applications near Horam on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.