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Planning in Ovingdean

Approved
86%
19 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ovingdean in the last 24 months, from Brighton and Hove City Council's planning register.

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Around Ovingdean

Postcode districts

BN2 413 applications in the last 12 monthsBN41 64 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Brighton and Hove City Council

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About Ovingdean

Ovingdean is a quaint village located on the eastern outskirts of Brighton and Hove in East Sussex, England. Once primarily an agricultural community, it now serves as a residential area, offering a blend of rural charm and proximity to urban amenities, making it a notable location for potential planning applications. It sits within the Brighton and Hove district.

Property prices in Ovingdean show an average sale price of £520,835, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ovingdean 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 (February 2026). This makes Ovingdean a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ovingdean has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ovingdean 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 Ovingdean, 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, 57 planning applications were submitted near Ovingdean. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), outline applications (9), discharge of conditions (9).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ovingdean?
In the last 24 months, 57 planning applications were submitted near Ovingdean. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ovingdean?
The average planning decision time near Ovingdean is 62 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 Ovingdean?
The planning approval rate near Ovingdean is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ovingdean?
The most common type of planning application near Ovingdean is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ovingdean?
You can search and track planning applications near Ovingdean on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.