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Planning in Isfield

Approved
71%
15 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

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

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About Isfield

Isfield is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the Wealden District of East Sussex, just north-east of Lewes. Known for its charming rural character, the area presents various opportunities for planning applications, making it an attractive location for developers and residents alike. The settlement has a population of approximately 674 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wealden district.

Isfield covers an area of approximately 7.7 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 Isfield show an average sale price of £470,354, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Isfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Isfield 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Isfield, 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 Isfield. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 97 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (3).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Isfield?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Isfield. The approval rate is 71%.
How long do planning decisions take near Isfield?
The average planning decision time near Isfield is 97 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 Isfield?
The planning approval rate near Isfield is 71%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Isfield?
The most common type of planning application near Isfield is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Isfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Isfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.