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Planning in Vines Cross

Approved
71%
10 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Vines Cross

Vines Cross is a quaint hamlet located in the Wealden district of East Sussex, England, just 2.7 miles from the bustling market town of Heathfield. This picturesque setting may present unique planning opportunities and considerations for prospective developers and residents alike.

Property prices in Vines Cross show an average sale price of £410,401, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Vines Cross 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 Vines Cross a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Vines Cross has 22 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Vines Cross 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 Vines Cross, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Vines Cross. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (6), full planning applications (3), amendments (3). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Vines Cross?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Vines Cross. The approval rate is 71%.
How long do planning decisions take near Vines Cross?
The average planning decision time near Vines Cross is 51 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 Vines Cross?
The planning approval rate near Vines Cross is 71%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Vines Cross?
The most common type of planning application near Vines Cross is discharge of conditions, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Vines Cross?
You can search and track planning applications near Vines Cross on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.