How long do planning decisions take near Wadhurst?

The average planning decision time near Wadhurst is 38 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 Wadhurst?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Wadhurst?

The most common type of planning application near Wadhurst is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wadhurst?

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Wadhurst, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wadhurst, East Sussex.

East Sussex · England · settlement

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About Wadhurst

Wadhurst is a charming market town located in East Sussex, England, serving as the focal point of the civil parish of Wadhurst, which encompasses the hamlets of Cousley Wood and Tidebrook. The town's community ties extend internationally through its twinning with Aubers in France, making it a unique area for potential planning applications that reflect both local heritage and community development.

Population: 4,915 (2021) · Area: 40.1 km²

District: Wealden

Website: http://www.wadhurst.info/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £580,570 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rother
Parliamentary constituency: Bexhill and Battle
LSOA: Rother 001E

Crime Statistics

8 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 3
anti-social-behaviour: 2
other-theft: 1
public-order: 1
shoplifting: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wadhurst.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wadhurst based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Wadhurst.

- STONE CROSS HOUSE, LOWER HIGH STREET, WADHURST, TN5 6LP
INSTALLATION OF 18 PANEL ROOF MOUNTED SOLAR ARRAY.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-01-08
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- BROADWATER LODGE, 10A STONE CROSS ROAD, WADHURST, TN5 6LR
VARIATION OF CONDITION 2 OF WD/2024/2518/F (DEMOLITION OF DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE TO EXISTING PROPERTY AND CONSTRUCTION OF NEW DOUBLE GARAGE, AND ERECTION OF TWO DETACHED HOUSES) TO ALLOW FOR CHANGES T
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-11-24
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- BROADWATER LODGE, 10A STONE CROSS ROAD, WADHURST, TN5 6LR
APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL OF DETAILS RESERVED BY CONDITIONS 4, 5, 6 AND 8 ATTACHED TO WD/2024/2518/F (APPEAL REF APP/C1435/W/25/3361593).
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-10-24
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- PILGRIMS, HIGH STREET, WADHURST, TN5 6AA
REMOVAL OF CONDITIONS 2 AND 3 ATTACHED TO WD/1994/0234/F (RETAIL TO RESTAURANT) TO ENABLE THE REMOVAL OF A SINGLE NAME PERSON RESTRICTION AND TO EXTEND OPERATING HOURS TO 23:00
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: Wealden | Date: 2024-04-25
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- THE GRANARY COTTAGE, BLACKSMITHS LANE, WADHURST, TN5 6DN
REMOVE EPICORMIC GROWTH FROM TWO BEECH TREES AND REDUCE CROWN OF ONE SYCAMORE TREE BY UP TO 30% SUBJECT TO REGULATIONS DESIGNTED WADHURST CONSERVATION AREA OCTOBER 1971/ MAY 1988/ MARCH 2017
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wealden | Date: 2024-01-09
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A brief summary of Wadhurst in East Sussex

Wadhurst covers an area of approximately 40.1 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 Wadhurst show an average sale price of £580,570, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 8 crimes reported in the Wadhurst area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Wadhurst has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Pell Green, Cousley Wood, Wadhurst. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Wadhurst 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wadhurst planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.wadhurst.info/. 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.

Planning Activity in Wadhurst

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Wadhurst. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

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

The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wadhurst were discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (2), full planning applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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