How long do planning decisions take near Waldron?

The average planning decision time near Waldron is 50 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 Waldron?

The planning approval rate near Waldron is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Waldron?

The most common type of planning application near Waldron is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Waldron, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Waldron, East Sussex.

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About Waldron

Waldron is part of the civil parish of Heathfield and Waldron, located within the Wealden District of East Sussex. The area is renowned for its picturesque landscapes, nestled within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The parish was officially established on 1 April 1999, combining the former parishes of Heathfield and Waldron. This setting offers a unique context for planning applications, particularly in relation to conservation and development within such a scenic region.

District: Heathfield and Waldron

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Area Information

Admin district: Wealden
Parliamentary constituency: Sussex Weald
LSOA: Wealden 008C

Crime Statistics

1 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Waldron.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Waldron based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Waldron.

- ROSE COTTAGE, NORTH STREET, WALDRON, TN21 0QS
VARIATION OF CONDITION 5 OF WD/2022/0581/F (ERECTION OF TWO STOREY EXTENSION) TO ENABLE REVISION TO FENESTRATION TO THE KITCHEN ON THE SOUTH ELEVATION AND THE ADDITION OF A PORCH ON THE REAR (WEST) EL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-04-07
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- VICTOR COTTAGE, THE STREET, WALDRON, TN21 0QU
RETROSPECTIVE EXTENSION TO THE SIDE OF THE DWELLING, THE FORMATION OF A DRIVEWAY, THE INSTALLATION OF AN ELECTRIC CAR CHARGING POINT, AND THE REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING DOUBLE GLAZED WINDOWS WITH NEW DOU
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-03-03
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- 1 AND 2 SCHOOL VIEW, THE STREET, WALDRON, TN21 0QX
REPAIRS TO CHIMNEY STACK, REPLACEMENT OF BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE TILES, INTERNAL REDECORATION TRADITIONAL MATERIALS, REMOVAL OF HARDBOARD IN LOFTSPACE, REDECORATION AND REPLACEMENT WITH BREATHABLE INSULAT
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-02-26
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- 1 MOAT LAKE COTTAGES, NORTH STREET, WALDRON, TN21 0QT
TWO STOREY SIDE EXTENSION AND SINGLE STOREY REAR EXTENSION WITH INTERNAL AND FENESTRATION ALTERATIONS
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-09-19
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- MARECOTTES, THE STREET, WALDRON, EAST SUSSEX, TN21 0QU
REMOVE ONE FIR TREE AND ONE FIR AND BAY HEDGE SUBJECT TO REGULATIONS DESIGNATED WALDRON CONSERVATION AREA, MARCH 1995/MARCH 2017
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wealden | Date: 2024-03-08
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A brief summary of Waldron in East Sussex

Neighbourhood safety in Waldron is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Waldron has one conservation area within its boundaries: Waldron. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Waldron includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Waldron Cutting SSSI; 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.

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Planning Activity in Waldron

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Waldron. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Waldron.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Waldron were full planning applications (3), other applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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