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Planning in Southease

Approved
100%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Southease

Southease is a quaint village and civil parish in East Sussex, situated between the A26 and C7 roads, connecting Lewes and Newhaven. Nestled west of the River Ouse, it features a church dedicated to Saint Peter. The nearby Southease railway station, approximately one kilometre east of the village, is accessible via a swing bridge, enhancing the area's connectivity for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 49 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Lewes district.

Southease covers an area of approximately 11.3 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 Southease show an average sale price of £500,182, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Southease 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 Southease a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Southease has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Southease 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 Southease, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Southease. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were tree works (5), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Southease?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Southease. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Southease?
The average planning decision time near Southease is 70 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 Southease?
The planning approval rate near Southease is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Southease?
The most common type of planning application near Southease is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Southease?
You can search and track planning applications near Southease on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.