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Planning in Piltdown

Approved
75%
9 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Piltdown

Piltdown, a collection of hamlets in East Sussex, lies just south of Ashdown Forest. The area is historically significant for its association with the infamous Piltdown Man hoax, where amateur archaeologist Charles Dawson falsely claimed to have unearthed evidence of human evolution in local gravel beds. This historical context may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the region, particularly regarding heritage and archaeological considerations. It sits within the Fletching district.

Property prices in Piltdown show an average sale price of £470,354, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Piltdown 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 Piltdown a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Piltdown has 20 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Piltdown 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 Piltdown, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Piltdown. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), discharge of conditions (2), amendments (2).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Piltdown?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Piltdown. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Piltdown?
The average planning decision time near Piltdown 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 Piltdown?
The planning approval rate near Piltdown is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Piltdown?
The most common type of planning application near Piltdown is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Piltdown?
You can search and track planning applications near Piltdown on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.