How long do planning decisions take near Rockrobin?

The average planning decision time near Rockrobin is 79 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 Rockrobin?

The planning approval rate near Rockrobin is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Rockrobin?

The most common type of planning application near Rockrobin is discharge of conditions, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Rockrobin?

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Rockrobin, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Rockrobin, East Sussex.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £580,570 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wealden
Parliamentary constituency: Sussex Weald
LSOA: Wealden 005D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Rockrobin.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Rockrobin based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Rockrobin.

- LITTLE DURGATES, MAYFIELD LANE, WADHURST, TN5 6HX
CONVERSION OF INTERNAL GARAGE TO GROUND FLOOR BEDROOM, SHOWER & TOILET.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-02-25
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A brief summary of Rockrobin in East Sussex

Rockrobin is a settlement located in East Sussex, England.

Property prices in Rockrobin show an average sale price of £580,570, 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 Rockrobin a particularly low-crime area.

Rockrobin has one conservation area within its boundaries: Wadhurst. 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 Rockrobin 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 Rockrobin

In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Rockrobin. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Rockrobin may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 79 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Rockrobin were discharge of conditions (10), full planning applications (5), amendments (4).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 4 medium-scale applications, 19 smaller schemes were submitted.

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