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Planning in Plumpton Green

Approved
94%
15 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Plumpton Green

Plumpton Green, a village and civil parish in East Sussex's Lewes District, lies approximately 5 miles northwest of Lewes. The parish stretches 6.5 miles in length and includes a portion of the scenic South Downs National Park, with the South Downs Way running along its highest point. Plumpton Green hosts a vibrant community and essential services, and is notable for the Plumpton Racecourse and Plumpton College, a leading institution for land-based education, managing over 2,500 acres of agricultural land.

Property prices in Plumpton Green 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 Plumpton Green 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 Plumpton Green a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Plumpton Green has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Plumpton Green 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 Plumpton Green, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Plumpton Green. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were amendments (4), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Plumpton Green?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Plumpton Green. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Plumpton Green?
The average planning decision time near Plumpton Green is 67 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 Plumpton Green?
The planning approval rate near Plumpton Green is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Plumpton Green?
The most common type of planning application near Plumpton Green is amendment applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Plumpton Green?
You can search and track planning applications near Plumpton Green on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.