How long do planning decisions take near West Marina?

The average planning decision time near West Marina is 60 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 Marina?

The planning approval rate near West Marina is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

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

The most common type of planning application near West Marina is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near West Marina?

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West Marina, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near West Marina, East Sussex.

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About West Marina

Bulverhythe, also referred to as West St Leonards and Bo Peep, is a suburb of Hastings in East Sussex, England. Known for its Esplanade and impressive 15-foot thick sea wall, the area is historically significant, with its name translating to "Burghers' landing place." The suburb is located near the coastal suburbs of Filsham, West Marina, and Harley Shute, making it a relevant location for planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £294,213 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Hastings
Parliamentary constituency: Hastings and Rye
LSOA: Hastings 010C

Crime Statistics

48 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 18
anti-social-behaviour: 11
other-theft: 4
public-order: 4
shoplifting: 4
criminal-damage-arson: 3
drugs: 2
burglary: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Marina based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near West Marina.

- 161 Bexhill Road, St Leonards-on-sea, TN38 8BG
Formation of staff area/office to existing commercial yard
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Hastings | Date: 2023-07-21
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A brief summary of West Marina in East Sussex

Property prices in West Marina show an average sale price of £294,213, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The West Marina area recorded 48 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

West Marina has 6 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, St Leonards West, Markwick Terrace, St Leonards, Grosvenor Gardens, Burtons', St Leonards, Springfield Road, St Leonards. 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 West Marina includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Combe Haven SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Dungeness, Romney Marsh and Rye Bay. 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, West Marina 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.

Planning Activity in West Marina

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near West Marina. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 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 West Marina.

At 60 days on average, decisions near West Marina slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near West Marina were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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