Hurst Green, East Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hurst Green, East Sussex.
East Sussex · England · settlement
Planning applications in Hurst Green are administered by Rother District Council. View the full Rother District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Hurst Green
Hurst Green is a charming village and civil parish situated in the Rother district of East Sussex, England. Nestled just south of the East Sussex and Kent border at Flimwell, it offers a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a noteworthy location for those exploring planning applications in the area.
Population: 1,497 (2021) · Area: 10.4 km²
District: Rother
Website: http://www.hurstgreen-pc.org.uk
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £619,826 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Rother
- Parliamentary constituency: Bexhill and Battle
- LSOA: Rother 001C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hurst Green.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hurst Green.
- 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 Hurst Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Hurst Green.
- - 24 Ridgeway, Hurst Green, Etchingham, East Sussex, TN19 7PJ
Certificate of lawfulness for a proposed single storey rear extension.
Type: Outline | Council: Rother | Date: 2026-02-12
View full details - - Land West Of London Road, Hurst Green, East Sussex, TN19 7QP
Variation of conditions 4, 6, 7 & 8 imposed on RR/2021/2798/P to amend the timing of when those conditions take effect.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Rother | Date: 2026-01-16
View full details - - 24 Station Road, Excelsior, Hurst Green TN19 7PL
Demolition of existing rear single storey extension and replacement with a single storey rear extension and two storey side extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2024-09-11
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A brief summary of Hurst Green in East Sussex
Hurst Green is a charming village and civil parish situated in the Rother district of East Sussex, England. Nestled just south of the East Sussex and Kent border at Flimwell, it offers a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a noteworthy location for those exploring planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,497 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Rother district.
Hurst Green 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 Hurst Green show an average sale price of £619,826, 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 Hurst Green a particularly low-crime area.
Hurst Green has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Hurst Green includes 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, Hurst Green planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.hurstgreen-pc.org.uk. 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 Hurst Green
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Hurst Green. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 100 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hurst Green may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 100 days, decisions near Hurst Green take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Hurst Green were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). 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, 1 medium-scale application, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.