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Planning in Northiam

Approved
92%
11 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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About Northiam

Northiam is a village and civil parish located in the Rother district of East Sussex, England, approximately 13 miles north of Hastings, nestled in the picturesque valley of the River Rother. The village is well-connected by the A28 road, facilitating access to Ashford, Canterbury, and Hastings, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,235 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Rother district.

Northiam covers an area of approximately 14.5 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

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

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Northiam, 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, 19 planning applications were submitted near Northiam. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 87 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), tree works (4), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Northiam?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Northiam. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Northiam?
The average planning decision time near Northiam is 87 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 Northiam?
The planning approval rate near Northiam is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Northiam?
The most common type of planning application near Northiam is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Northiam?
You can search and track planning applications near Northiam on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.