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Planning in Newhaven

Approved
90%
63 of 69 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Newhaven in the last 24 months, from City of Edinburgh Council's planning register.

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Around Newhaven

Postcode districts

EH6 332 applications in the last 12 monthsEH5 110 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: City of Edinburgh Council

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About Newhaven

Newhaven is a port town located in the Lewes district of East Sussex, England, strategically positioned at the mouth of the River Ouse. Its coastal location and maritime activities make it a significant area for planning applications related to development, transportation, and environmental considerations.

Property prices in Newhaven show an average sale price of £324,579, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Newhaven 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 Newhaven, 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, 146 planning applications were submitted near Newhaven. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were tree works (22), full planning applications (10), listed building and heritage (10).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Newhaven?
In the last 24 months, 146 planning applications were submitted near Newhaven. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Newhaven?
The average planning decision time near Newhaven is 42 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 Newhaven?
The planning approval rate near Newhaven is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Newhaven?
The most common type of planning application near Newhaven is tree works applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Newhaven?
You can search and track planning applications near Newhaven on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.