How long do planning decisions take near West Firle?

The average planning decision time near West Firle is 69 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 West Firle?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near West Firle?

The most common type of planning application near West Firle is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near West Firle?

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West Firle, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near West Firle, East Sussex.

East Sussex · England · settlement

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

About West Firle

West Firle is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Lewes district of East Sussex, England. The name "Firle" is derived from the Old English term "fierol," which means overgrown with oak, reflecting the area's natural beauty and wooded landscapes. This charming village is an important consideration for planning applications, given its historical significance and scenic environment.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £500,182 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Lewes
Parliamentary constituency: Lewes
LSOA: Lewes 004C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near West Firle.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 West Firle based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near West Firle.

- Church House The Street Firle East Sussex BN8 6LP
Reconstruction of collapsed wall
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-03-26
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- 80 Heighton Street Firle BN8 6NZ
Demolition of side extension and rear shed, single storey rear extension, installation of a rear air source heat pump and formation of front parking space and fenestration alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-02-25
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- Place Farm North The Street Firle East Sussex BN8 6LP
Change of use of agricultural barn to flexible Class E(g)(ii) and (iii) commercial Use (Office/Light industrial Workshop)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-12-29
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- Church House The Street Firle East Sussex BN8 6LP
T1. Yew: Situated in garden adjacent to listed wall and dwelling - Fell & remove stump, and replace with fruit tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-10-23
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- 6 The Dock Firle East Sussex BN8 6NY
T1 - Horse Chestnut - Historically pollarded to approx 15ft, pollard growth now exceeding 70ft with point of main union forming a bowl, promoting water ingress. Re pollard tree to historic pollard poi
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-09-26
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- Firle Estate Yard Firle Place The Street Firle East Sussex BN8 6LP
T1. Multi-stemmed Ash - Fell to Base & Remove Stump
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-03-17
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A brief summary of West Firle in East Sussex

Property prices in West Firle show an average sale price of £500,182, 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 West Firle a particularly low-crime area.

West Firle has one conservation area within its boundaries: Firle. 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 West Firle includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Firle Escarpment SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: SOUTH DOWNS. 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 West Firle

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near West Firle. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

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

At 69 days on average, decisions near West Firle slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near West Firle were tree works (7), full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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