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Planning in Magham Down

Approved
91%
10 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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About Magham Down

Magham Down is a village located in the Wealden district of East Sussex, positioned between Herstmonceux and Hailsham along the A271 road. The area is notable for its Grade II listed building, Magham Down Manor House, which adds historical significance to potential planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Magham Down 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 Magham Down 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 Magham Down a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Magham Down has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Magham Down 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 Magham Down, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Magham Down. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (7), full planning applications (5), outline applications (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Magham Down?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Magham Down. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Magham Down?
The average planning decision time near Magham Down 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 Magham Down?
The planning approval rate near Magham Down is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Magham Down?
The most common type of planning application near Magham Down is discharge of conditions, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Magham Down?
You can search and track planning applications near Magham Down on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.