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Planning in North Chailey

Approved
90%
36 of 39 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

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

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About North Chailey

North Chailey is a village and civil parish situated in the Lewes District of East Sussex, England, approximately 7 miles north of Lewes along the A272 road, which connects Winchester to Canterbury. Notably, the Prime Meridian runs just east of the village, marking its geographical significance. This picturesque location offers potential for various planning applications, benefiting from its accessibility and historical context. It sits within the Chailey district.

Property prices in North Chailey show an average sale price of £500,182, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the North Chailey 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 North Chailey a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around North Chailey has 22 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, North Chailey 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 North Chailey, 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, 48 planning applications were submitted near North Chailey. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 98 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), tree works (7), discharge of conditions (4).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near North Chailey?
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near North Chailey. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near North Chailey?
The average planning decision time near North Chailey is 98 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 North Chailey?
The planning approval rate near North Chailey is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near North Chailey?
The most common type of planning application near North Chailey is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near North Chailey?
You can search and track planning applications near North Chailey on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.