How long do planning decisions take near Poundfield?

The average planning decision time near Poundfield 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 Poundfield?

The planning approval rate near Poundfield is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Poundfield?

The most common type of planning application near Poundfield is discharge of conditions, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Poundfield?

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Poundfield, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Poundfield, East Sussex.

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About Poundfield

Poundfield, located in East Sussex, derives its name from the historical practice of impounding stray livestock in an enclosure until claimed by their owners or sold to cover impounding costs. This unique aspect of the town's history may provide valuable context for those researching planning applications in the area, as it reflects the community's agricultural heritage and land use practices.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £407,697 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wealden
Parliamentary constituency: Sussex Weald
LSOA: Wealden 003C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Poundfield.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Poundfield.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Poundfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Poundfield.

- 41 HEATHER WALK, JARVIS BROOK, CROWBOROUGH, TN6 2HA
APPLICATION FOR A NON-MATERIAL AMENDMENT TO WD/2025/0787/F (CREATION OF A FRONT MODULAR RAMP FOR WHEELCHAIR USER ACCESS TO THE PROPERTY) THE RETAINING WALL TO BE RED PAINTED BLOCKWORK INSTEAD OF BRICK
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-03-23
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- 88 FOREST DENE, CROWBOROUGH, TN6 2EX
PROPOSED GROUND FLOOR ENTRANCE HALLWAY
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-08-01
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- 12 BURDETT ROAD, JARVIS BROOK, CROWBOROUGH TN6 2EW
RETROSPECTIVE APPLICATION FOR A GREENHOUSE.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-07-22
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- 24 BRACKEN CLOSE, JARVIS BROOK, TN6 2EJ
PROPOSED FIRST FLOOR EXTENSION TO REAR ELEVATION
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-04-25
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- JARVIS BROOK SPORTS CLUB, PALESGATE LANE, CROWBOROUGH, TN6 3HG
APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL OF DETAILS RESERVED BY CONDITIONS 2 AND 5 ATTACHED TO WD/2022/3024/MAJ
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wealden | Date: 2023-04-25
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A brief summary of Poundfield in East Sussex

Property prices in Poundfield show an average sale price of £407,697, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Poundfield a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Poundfield includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): High Weald. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Poundfield

In the last 24 months, 43 planning applications were submitted near Poundfield. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Poundfield.

At 67 days on average, decisions near Poundfield slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Poundfield were discharge of conditions (17), full planning applications (10), tree works (6).

In terms of development scale, 3 large-scale (major) developments, 6 medium-scale applications, 34 smaller schemes were submitted.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 21 applications
Refused: 6 applications
Awaiting decision: 16 applications

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