How long do planning decisions take near Mile Oak?

The average planning decision time near Mile Oak is 63 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 Mile Oak?

The planning approval rate near Mile Oak is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Mile Oak?

The most common type of planning application near Mile Oak is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Mile Oak?

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Mile Oak, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Mile Oak, East Sussex.

East Sussex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Mile Oak are administered by Brighton And Hove City Council. View the full Brighton And Hove City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Mile Oak

Mile Oak is a residential locality in the northern part of the former parish of Portslade, located in the northwest corner of Brighton and Hove, East Sussex. Once characterized by high-quality agricultural land, it now primarily consists of residential developments, extending to the urban boundary north of Portslade village. This area's transformation could be of interest to those researching planning applications and development opportunities in Brighton and Hove.

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Area Information

Admin district: Brighton and Hove
Parliamentary constituency: Hove and Portslade
LSOA: Brighton and Hove 005C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Mile Oak.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Mile Oak.

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 Mile Oak based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Mile Oak.

BH2026/01393 - Elliott Court Crest Way Portslade BN41 2EY
T2 - Large Sycamore trees encroaching upon the Elliot Court - Reduce crown on building side to achieve a minimum of 2-3 m clearance. T1 - Sycamore by Pickford Court - Reduce crown on building side by
Status: Undecided | Council: Brighton and Hove | Date: 2026-06-08
- 84 Thornhill Rise Portslade BN41 2YL
Certificate of Lawfulness for the proposed erection of a hip to gable roof extension and 2no. side dormers. Incorporates chimney removal and fenestration alteration.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Brighton and Hove | Date: 2025-10-03
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- Flat 7 Pickford Court Crest Way Portslade BN41 2EY
Large Sycamore with growth impacting the highway and building Prune to achieve a clearance of 2m from building and 5.2m over highway
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Brighton and Hove | Date: 2025-07-18
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- 6 Thornbush Crescent Portslade BN41 2GW
Erection of single storey side extension with rooflights.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Brighton and Hove | Date: 2024-11-08
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- Garages To The Rear Of 14 - 28 Broomfield Drive Portslade BN41 2YU
Demolition of garages and erection of 2no two storey dwellings and 1no single storey dwelling (C3), with associated car parking, access and landscaping.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Brighton and Hove | Date: 2024-02-22
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A brief summary of Mile Oak in East Sussex

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Mile Oak a particularly low-crime area.

Mile Oak has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Hangleton, Portslade Old Village, Benfield Barn, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Mile Oak includes 1 National Parks: SOUTH DOWNS. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Mile Oak

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Mile Oak. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Mile Oak.

At 63 days on average, decisions near Mile Oak slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Mile Oak were full planning applications (8), outline applications (6), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 17 smaller schemes were submitted.

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