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Planning in Upper Hartfield

Approved
90%
18 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Upper Hartfield

Postcode districts

TN7 70 applications in the last 12 monthsTN1 220 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 Upper Hartfield

Upper Hartfield is a quaint village located just west of Hartfield in East Sussex, England. Notably, it is home to the Tudor house "Apedroc," which was once the residence of film producer Sir Michael Balcon and later owned by musician Alan Parsons. This charming village offers a unique blend of historical significance and contemporary cultural connections, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications. It sits within the Wealden district.

Property prices in Upper Hartfield show an average sale price of £879,580, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Upper Hartfield 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 Upper Hartfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Upper Hartfield has 24 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upper Hartfield 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 Upper Hartfield, 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, 21 planning applications were submitted near Upper Hartfield. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), amendments (4), outline applications (3).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Upper Hartfield?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Upper Hartfield. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Upper Hartfield?
The average planning decision time near Upper Hartfield is 74 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 Hartfield?
The planning approval rate near Upper Hartfield is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Hartfield?
The most common type of planning application near Upper Hartfield is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Upper Hartfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Upper Hartfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.