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Planning in Rye Foreign

Only 6 decisions near Rye Foreign in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Rye Foreign

Rye Foreign is a quaint hamlet and civil parish located in the Rother district of East Sussex, approximately 2 miles north-west of Rye and adjacent to the larger village of Peasmarsh. Established in 1247, the name "Rye Foreign" reflects its historical ties to the Abbey of Fecamp, following King Henry III's control over the region. Although the parish lacks an active church, the original building remains in secular use, adding to the area's unique character for those considering planning applications in this charming locale. The settlement has a population of approximately 321 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Rother district.

Rye Foreign covers an area of approximately 3.9 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 Rye Foreign show an average sale price of £366,476, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Rye Foreign 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 Rye Foreign a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Rye Foreign has 18 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rye Foreign 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 Rye Foreign, 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, 7 planning applications were submitted near Rye Foreign.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Rye Foreign?
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Rye Foreign.
What types of planning applications are most common near Rye Foreign?
The most common type of planning application near Rye Foreign is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Rye Foreign?
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