How long do planning decisions take near Stanmer?

The average planning decision time near Stanmer is 73 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 Stanmer?

The planning approval rate near Stanmer is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Stanmer?

The most common type of planning application near Stanmer is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Stanmer, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stanmer, East Sussex.

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About Stanmer

Stanmer is a village located on the northern outskirts of Brighton and Hove in East Sussex, England. Once a civil parish, it was divided between Brighton and Falmer in 1952, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to urban development and heritage conservation.

District: Hollingdean and Stanmer

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £520,835 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Brighton and Hove
Parliamentary constituency: Brighton Pavilion
LSOA: Brighton and Hove 027F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stanmer.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stanmer based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Stanmer.

- 2 Stanmer Village Stanmer Park Brighton Brighton & Hove BN1 9PZ
Two Yew Trees - Fell the two trees to ground level.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-03-24
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- 2 Stanmer Village Stanmer Park Brighton Brighton & Hove BN1 9PZ
Two Yew Trees - Fell the two trees to ground level.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-03-24
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- The Old Stable Block Stanmer Village Stanmer Park Brighton Brighton & Hove BN1 9BS
Change of use of former stable to visitor accommodation
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-02-18
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- The Old Stable Block Stanmer Village Stanmer Park Brighton Brighton & Hove BN1 9BS
Change of use of former stable to visitor accommodation
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-02-18
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- 3 Stanmer Village Stanmer Park Brighton Brighton & Hove BN1 9PZ
Three silver birch at 10 meters high with a spread of 3 meters, request to dismantle trees to ground level due to close proximity to listed walls.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-05-05
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- Land To The East Of Coldean Lane, North Of Varley Halls, South Of The A27
Display of 1no non-illuminated advertising board located at new road entrance off Coldean Lane.
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Brighton | Date: 2023-07-19
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A brief summary of Stanmer in East Sussex

Property prices in Stanmer show an average sale price of £520,835, 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 Stanmer a particularly low-crime area.

Stanmer has one conservation area within its boundaries: Stanmer. 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 Stanmer includes 18 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: SOUTH DOWNS. 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 Stanmer

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Stanmer. 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 Stanmer 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 Stanmer were tree works (3), discharge of conditions (3), amendments (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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