How long do planning decisions take near Upper Dicker?

The average planning decision time near Upper Dicker is 75 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 Upper Dicker?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Dicker?

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

How can I track planning applications near Upper Dicker?

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Upper Dicker, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upper Dicker, East Sussex.

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About Upper Dicker

Upper Dicker is a village and civil parish located in the Wealden district of East Sussex, England, nestled along the River Cuckmere. The area features notable landmarks including a medieval priory, a reservoir, and a car racetrack, making it a unique spot for potential planning applications and developments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £337,773 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wealden
Parliamentary constituency: Sussex Weald
LSOA: Wealden 018E

Crime Statistics

11 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 7
anti-social-behaviour: 1
burglary: 1
other-theft: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upper Dicker.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Upper Dicker based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Upper Dicker.

- CAMBERLOT ROAD STABLES, CAMBERLOT ROAD, UPPER DICKER , HAILSHAM BN27 3RQ
APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL OF DETAILS RESERVED BY CONDITIONS 3 & 5 ATTACHED TO WD/2025/2160/F
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-02-18
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- CAMBERLOT ROAD STABLES, CAMBERLOT ROAD, HAILSHAM, UPPER DICKER, BN27 3RQ
THE DEMOLITION OF TWO EXISTING STABLE BLOCKS AND THE CONSTRUCTION OF TWO REPLACEMENT BUILDINGS AND ASSOCIATED WORKS
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-09-16
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- LAND AT CAMBERLOT STABLES, CAMBERLOT ROAD , UPPER DICKER, BN27 3RG
APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL OF DETAILS RESERVED BY CONDITIONS 9 AND 17 ATTACHED TO WD/2023/2485/FA.
Status: Unresolved | Type: Conditions | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-06-16
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A brief summary of Upper Dicker in East Sussex

Property prices in Upper Dicker show an average sale price of £337,773, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 11 crimes reported in the Upper Dicker area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Upper Dicker includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Lower Dicker SSSI; 11 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Upper Dicker

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Upper Dicker. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Upper Dicker may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 75 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 Upper Dicker were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (3), other applications (2). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 2 medium-scale applications, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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