Ringmer, East Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Ringmer, East Sussex.
East Sussex · England · settlement
About Ringmer
Ringmer is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Lewes District of East Sussex, just 3 miles east of Lewes. It encompasses several smaller settlements, including Upper Wellingham, Ashton Green, Broyle Side, Norlington, Little Norlington, and Shortgate, making it an area of interest for those researching planning applications and developments in the region.
Population: 4,767 (2021) · Area: 25.9 km²
District: Lewes
Website: http://www.tbds.btinternet.co.uk/ringmercouncil/
Enter a postcode to search for planning applications near Ringmer.
Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £1,596,908 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Lewes
- Parliamentary constituency: Lewes
- LSOA: Lewes 004C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Ringmer.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ringmer.
- 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 Ringmer based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
12 planning applications found near Ringmer.
- - St Hughes Lewes Road Ringmer East Sussex BN8 5QH
T1-T3 - Lime - cut back to previous pollard points
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Lewes | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - 3 Hayes Close Ringmer East Sussex BN8 5HN
Replacement of existing garage with two-storey front/side extension, addition of front porch, rear window replacement with double doors with associated hard and soft landscaping
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Lewes | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - 5 Oakmede Way Ringmer East Sussex BN8 5JL
T1 - Ash - Crown reduction by 30% and lower branches reduction no more than 12% - To reduce overhanging and shading at neighbour's garden
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Lewes | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - - Delves House Delves Close Ringmer East Sussex BN8 5EW
T671- Cedar - selective excavation of 5 No. surface roots - remove surface roots, cut back to grass edge and stump grind root Tree roots are causing a trip hazard
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Lewes | Date: 2025-09-15
View full details - - 5 Northill Close Ringmer East Sussex BN8 5GG
T1 - English Oak - Crown reduction of approx 3-4 metres to increase structural stability
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Lewes | Date: 2025-07-30
View full details - - Kerridge Bishops Lane Ringmer East Sussex BN8 5LD
T1 - English Oak - Remedial work to remove ivy, hanging branch and deadwood over the garden, and removal of an encroaching limb
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Lewes | Date: 2025-07-25
View full details - - Old Cottage Lewes Road Ringmer East Sussex BN8 5ET
T1 - Beech - Crown reduce on all aspects by 2 meters; Crown lift to 5 meters
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Lewes | Date: 2025-06-16
View full details - - 29 Springett Avenue Ringmer East Sussex BN8 5HD
Two storey rear extension and alterations to side and rear fenestration
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Lewes | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - 4 Langham Close Ringmer East Sussex BN8 5HL
Erection of 3 bedroom house with parking
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Lewes | Date: 2024-05-24
View full details - - Pippins Bishops Lane Ringmer East Sussex BN8 5LD
Non-material amendment of application LW/23/0530 to replace flat roof and parapet with low pitched one in front of concealed flat roof at side/rear elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Lewes | Date: 2024-03-20
View full details - - 1 North Road Cottages North Road Ringmer East Sussex BN8 5JP
T1 - Laburnham - Fell and removal
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Lewes | Date: 2024-02-05
View full details - - Pippins Bishops Lane Ringmer East Sussex BN8 5LD
Discharge of conditions 2 (Materials samples), 3 (10% Energy Efficiency), 8 (Drainage), 10 (Hard and soft Landscaping), 11 (Bird and Bat boxes), 13 (Photo Survey of Verge) and 14 (CEMP) relating to ap
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Lewes | Date: 2023-07-11
View full details
Use the filter and sort options to search descriptions, addresses, and references. Sort by newest or oldest applications.
A brief summary of Ringmer in East Sussex
Ringmer is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Lewes District of East Sussex, just 3 miles east of Lewes. It encompasses several smaller settlements, including Upper Wellingham, Ashton Green, Broyle Side, Norlington, Little Norlington, and Shortgate, making it an area of interest for those researching planning applications and developments in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,767 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Lewes district.
Ringmer covers an area of approximately 25.9 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Ringmer show an average sale price of £1,596,908, 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 Ringmer a particularly low-crime area.
Ringmer has one conservation area within its boundaries: Ringmer. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Ringmer includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: SOUTH DOWNS. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ringmer planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.tbds.btinternet.co.uk/ringmercouncil/. 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.
Planning Activity in Ringmer
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Ringmer. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ringmer may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 66 days on average, decisions near Ringmer slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Ringmer were full planning applications (7), tree works (6), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 39% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Norlington planning applications
- Rushy Green planning applications
- Upper Wellingham planning applications
- Glyndebourne planning applications
- Little Norlington planning applications
- Ashton Green planning applications
- Broyle Side planning applications
- Glynde planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.