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Planning in Poundfield

Approved
78%
39 of 49 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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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.

Property prices in Poundfield show an average sale price of £456,120, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Poundfield 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 Poundfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Poundfield has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Poundfield 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 Poundfield, 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, 64 planning applications were submitted near Poundfield. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (20), full planning applications (13), outline applications (6). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Poundfield?
In the last 24 months, 64 planning applications were submitted near Poundfield. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Poundfield?
The average planning decision time near Poundfield is 66 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 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 20 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Poundfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Poundfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.