How long do planning decisions take near Three Oaks?

The average planning decision time near Three Oaks is 166 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 Three Oaks?

The planning approval rate near Three Oaks is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Three Oaks?

The most common type of planning application near Three Oaks is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Three Oaks?

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Three Oaks, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Three Oaks, East Sussex.

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Planning applications in Three Oaks are administered by East Sussex County Council. View the full East Sussex County Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Three Oaks

Three Oaks is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the Rother district of East Sussex, England. Located just 3 miles (4.8 km) northeast of Hastings along the A259 road to Rye, it is home to the parish church of St Laurence, making it a notable point of interest for those researching planning applications in the area.

District: East Sussex

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £296,414 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Hastings
Parliamentary constituency: Hastings and Rye
LSOA: Hastings 004C

Crime Statistics

2 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 2

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Three Oaks.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Three Oaks based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Three Oaks in East Sussex

Property prices in Three Oaks show an average sale price of £296,414, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Three Oaks is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Three Oaks 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 Three Oaks includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): High Weald. 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 Three Oaks

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Three Oaks. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 166 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 Three Oaks.

With an average of 166 days, decisions near Three Oaks take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 6-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Three Oaks were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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