How long do planning decisions take near Sidley?

The average planning decision time near Sidley is 58 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 60%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 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 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sidley?

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Sidley, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Sidley, East Sussex.

East Sussex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Sidley are administered by Rother District Council. View the full Rother District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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.

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Area Information

Admin district: Rother
Parliamentary constituency: Bexhill and Battle
LSOA: Rother 010E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Sidley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Sidley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Sidley.

- Mount View Street Mount View Street, Bexhill, East Sussex, TN40 2DL
Reserved matters application for the formation of access following outline permission RR/2022/1246/P for the erection of an inpatient mental health facility, landscaping, car parking and associated wo
Type: Outline | Council: Rother | Date: 2026-02-05
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- 40 Ingrams Avenue, Bexhill, Bexhill-on-sea, East Sussex, TN39 5AT
Technical Details Consent application for Proposed dwelling pursuant to Planning In Principle approval RR/2025/414/PIP
Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2025-11-28
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- 54 Ninfield Road, Bexhill, Bexhill-on-sea, East Sussex, TN39 5AB
Erection of storage building to replace shed
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2025-11-18
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- 19 Ninfield Road, Bexhill, Tn39 5ae,
Mansard roof extension to create second floor containing of one self-contained flat with rear extension to form staircase.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2024-03-16
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A brief summary of Sidley in East Sussex

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Sidley a particularly low-crime area.

Sidley 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 Sidley includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Combe Haven SSSI; 19 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Sidley

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Sidley. Of these, 60% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Sidley.

At 58 days on average, decisions near Sidley slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Sidley were full planning applications (13), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 68% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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