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Planning in Sedlescombe

Approved
95%
21 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Sedlescombe

Sedlescombe is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Rother district of East Sussex, approximately 6 miles north of Hastings along the B2244 road. The parish also encompasses the hamlet of Kent Street, situated near the A21 road, making it a key area for potential planning applications and developments in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,495 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Rother district.

Sedlescombe covers an area of approximately 12.6 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 Sedlescombe show an average sale price of £441,783, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sedlescombe 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 Sedlescombe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sedlescombe 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.sedlescombe.org.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Sedlescombe, 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, 31 planning applications were submitted near Sedlescombe. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), tree works (4), outline applications (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sedlescombe?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Sedlescombe. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sedlescombe?
The average planning decision time near Sedlescombe is 73 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 Sedlescombe?
The planning approval rate near Sedlescombe is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sedlescombe?
The most common type of planning application near Sedlescombe is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sedlescombe?
You can search and track planning applications near Sedlescombe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.