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Planning in Uckfield

Approved
83%
152 of 171 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Uckfield

Postcode districts

TN22 439 applications in the last 12 monthsBN27 329 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wealden District Council

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About Uckfield

Uckfield is a town located in the Wealden District of East Sussex, South East England. Situated on the River Uck, a tributary of the River Ouse, Uckfield lies at the southern edge of the Weald, making it a notable area for planning applications related to both residential and commercial development. The town has a population of approximately 15,041 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wealden district.

Uckfield covers an area of approximately 7.5 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 Uckfield show an average sale price of £470,354, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Uckfield 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 Uckfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Uckfield has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Uckfield 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.uckfieldtc.co.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Uckfield, 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, 211 planning applications were submitted near Uckfield. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (75), tree works (28), discharge of conditions (20). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (40% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Uckfield?
In the last 24 months, 211 planning applications were submitted near Uckfield. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Uckfield?
The average planning decision time near Uckfield 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 Uckfield?
The planning approval rate near Uckfield is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Uckfield?
The most common type of planning application near Uckfield is full planning applications, with 75 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Uckfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Uckfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.