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Planning in Sidley

Approved
82%
14 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Sidley

Postcode districts

TN39 124 applications in the last 12 monthsTN40 61 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Rother District Council

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About Sidley

Sidley is a village located on the outskirts of Bexhill-on-Sea in East Sussex, England. Governed by the charter trustees of Bexhill, it also functions as a ward under the Rother District Council, making it an important area for local planning applications and developments.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sidley 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 Sidley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sidley has 20 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sidley 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Sidley, 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 Sidley. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sidley?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Sidley. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sidley?
The average planning decision time near Sidley is 71 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 Sidley?
The planning approval rate near Sidley is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sidley?
The most common type of planning application near Sidley is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sidley?
You can search and track planning applications near Sidley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.