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Planning in Telscombe Cliffs

Approved
85%
39 of 45 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Telscombe Cliffs

Telscombe Cliffs is a civil parish located in the Lewes District of East Sussex, England, comprising three distinct settlements. These areas are separated by the scenic downland known as Telscombe Tye, providing a unique landscape that may influence local planning applications and development opportunities in the region.

Property prices in Telscombe Cliffs show an average sale price of £321,509, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Telscombe Cliffs 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 Telscombe Cliffs a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Telscombe Cliffs has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Telscombe Cliffs 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 Telscombe Cliffs, 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, 56 planning applications were submitted near Telscombe Cliffs. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), outline applications (10), discharge of conditions (9). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Telscombe Cliffs?
In the last 24 months, 56 planning applications were submitted near Telscombe Cliffs. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Telscombe Cliffs?
The average planning decision time near Telscombe Cliffs is 60 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 Telscombe Cliffs?
The planning approval rate near Telscombe Cliffs is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Telscombe Cliffs?
The most common type of planning application near Telscombe Cliffs is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Telscombe Cliffs?
You can search and track planning applications near Telscombe Cliffs on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.