Sedlescombe, East Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Sedlescombe, East Sussex.
East Sussex · England · settlement
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.
Population: 1,495 (2021) · Area: 12.6 km²
District: Rother
Website: http://www.sedlescombe.org.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £498,860 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Rother
- Parliamentary constituency: Bexhill and Battle
- LSOA: Rother 006A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Sedlescombe.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Sedlescombe.
- 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 Sedlescombe based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Sedlescombe.
- - 10 Streetlands, Sedlescombe, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0PX
Proposed loft conversion with four rooflights, relocation of front entrance door, and French doors and side lights to replace lounge rear window
Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - Sun Ridge, 3 Gorselands, Sedlescombe, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0PT
Proposed side and rear extension, replacement stairs to loft conversion, installation of 2 roof lights and replacement of garage roof to a gable roof, addition of solar panels on garage roof.
Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2026-02-11
View full details - - 14 Orchard Way, Sedlescombe TN33 0RD
T7 - Oak Tree - 25% crown reduction.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Rother | Date: 2024-08-24
View full details - - Street Farm, Brede Lane, Sedlescombe TN33 0PR
Alternative scheme to extant permission RR/2020/105/P proposing single storey side and rear extensions, alterations to roof and changes to fenestration.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2023-12-02
View full details - - Street Farm, Brede Lane, Sedlescombe TN33 0PR
Proposed replacement garage building
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2023-12-02
View full details - - 7 Blacklands, Brede Lane, Sedlescombe TN33 0PU
Proposed first floor wraparound extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2023-07-19
View full details - - 6 Park Shaw, Sedlescombe TN33 0PP
Certificate of Lawfulness for the proposed construction of a porch.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Rother | Date: 2023-01-08
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A brief summary of Sedlescombe in East Sussex
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 £498,860, 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 Sedlescombe a particularly low-crime area.
Sedlescombe has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Sedlescombe 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sedlescombe planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.sedlescombe.org.uk/. 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 Sedlescombe
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Sedlescombe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Sedlescombe may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 73 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Sedlescombe were full planning applications (3), outline applications (2), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.
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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.