How long do planning decisions take near Wartling?

The average planning decision time near Wartling is 148 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 Wartling?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Wartling?

The most common type of planning application near Wartling is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wartling?

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Wartling, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wartling, East Sussex.

East Sussex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Wartling are administered by Wealden District Council. View the full Wealden District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Wartling

Wartling is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Wealden District of East Sussex, England. Nestled between Bexhill and Hailsham, it sits at the northern edge of the Pevensey Levels, with the parish also encompassing Boreham Street, situated 1.2 miles (2 km) northeast along the A271 road. This charming area may present various opportunities for planning applications due to its rural character and proximity to key transport routes.

Population: 437 (2021) · Area: 11.1 km²

District: Wealden

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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 016B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wartling.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wartling based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Wartling.

- BROOKS FARM, BOREHAM LANE, WARTLING, BN27 1RS
APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL OF DETAILS RESERVED BY CONDITIONS 2 & 3 ATTACHED TO WD/2023/2633/FR
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-02-09
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- OAK LAKE FARM, BOREHAM LANE, WARTLING, BN27 1RS
VARIATION/REMOVAL OF CONDITIONS 1, 5, 6, 8, 9 & 10 OF WD/2023/2557/FA (VARIATION OF CONDITIONS 5 & 13 OF WD/2020/1491/F (PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION OF A SINGLE-STOREY DWELLING) - BLACK ROOFING BATTEN FINIS
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wealden | Date: 2025-03-17
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- HOAD HILL FARM, WARTLING ROAD, WARTLING, BN27 1RX
PROPOSED TWO STOREY REAR EXTENSION TO HOUSE, ERECTION OF GARAGING OUTBUILDING WITH ASSOCIATED ANCILLARY SPACE.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wealden | Date: 2024-12-10
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- BROOKS FARM, BOREHAM LANE, WARTLING, BN27 1RS
PROPOSED ERECTION OF BUILDING FOR STORAGE OF MACHINERY USED TO MAINTAIN THE LAND
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wealden | Date: 2024-01-31
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A brief summary of Wartling in East Sussex

Wartling covers an area of approximately 11.1 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 Wartling show an average sale price of £337,773, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Wartling a particularly low-crime area.

Wartling has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Boreham Street, Wartling. 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 Wartling includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Herstmonceux Park SSSI, Pevensey Levels SSSI; 13 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Pevensey Levels; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Pevensey Levels. 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 Wartling

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Wartling. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 148 days.

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

With an average of 148 days, decisions near Wartling take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Wartling were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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