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Planning in Silverhill

Approved
71%
55 of 69 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Silverhill in the last 24 months, from Hastings Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Silverhill

Postcode districts

TN37 130 applications in the last 12 monthsTN34 191 applications in the last 12 monthsTN38 141 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Hastings Borough Council

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About Silverhill

Silverhill is a vibrant suburb and local government ward of Hastings, East Sussex, ideally situated at the junction of the A21 and B2159 roads, along with Sedlescombe Road South. Its central location makes it a key area for planning applications, offering potential for development and community enhancement within this bustling town. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,806. It sits within the Hastings district.

Property prices in Silverhill show an average sale price of £324,057, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Silverhill 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 Silverhill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Silverhill has 13 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Silverhill 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 Silverhill, 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, 99 planning applications were submitted near Silverhill. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (20), outline applications (12), tree works (5).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Silverhill?
In the last 24 months, 99 planning applications were submitted near Silverhill. The approval rate is 71%.
How long do planning decisions take near Silverhill?
The average planning decision time near Silverhill is 67 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 Silverhill?
The planning approval rate near Silverhill is 71%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Silverhill?
The most common type of planning application near Silverhill is full planning applications, with 20 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Silverhill?
You can search and track planning applications near Silverhill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.