How long do planning decisions take near Westfield?

The average planning decision time near Westfield is 84 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 Westfield?

The planning approval rate near Westfield is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Westfield?

The most common type of planning application near Westfield is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Westfield?

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Westfield, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Westfield, East Sussex.

East Sussex · England · settlement

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

About Westfield

Westfield is a village and civil parish situated in the Rother district of East Sussex, boasting a population of 2,819. Located five miles north of Hastings, it is one of the largest villages in the region and is accessible via the A28 road, which connects Hastings to Ashford and further beyond. Historically, Westfield was referred to as Westewelle in the Domesday survey, highlighting its long-standing significance in the area.

Population: 2,915 (2021) · Area: 19.1 km²

District: Rother

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Area Information

Admin district: Hastings
Parliamentary constituency: Hastings and Rye
LSOA: Hastings 004C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Westfield.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Westfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

14 planning applications found near Westfield.

- 56 Heathlands, Westfield, Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 4QZ
Proposed extension of the existing dropped kerb for vehicular access
Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2026-03-02
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- Westfield Primary School Main Road, Westfield, Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 4QE
Installation of 1.8m high bowtop and 1.8m high weldmesh fencing to the western boundary. Replacement of existing western pedestrian access gate with 1.8m bowtop gate.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Rother | Date: 2026-02-16
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- 6 Heathlands, Westfield, Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 4QZ
Certificate of lawfulness for a proposed garage conversion to habitable accommodation and alterations to remove rear kitchen door and install new matching window.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Rother | Date: 2026-02-12
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- FAIRWAYS Church Lane, Westfield, Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 4QB
Replacement of outbuilding with annexe building for overspill accommodation in the rear garden.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2026-01-20
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- Westfield Primary School, Main Road, Westfield, Hastings TN35 4QE
Installation of 1.8m high bowtop and 1.8m high weldmesh fencing to the western boundary. Replacement of existing western pedestrian access gate with 1.8m bowtop gate.
Type: Other | Council: East Sussex | Date: 2025-10-28
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- Mill Wood Barn, Downoak Farm Main Road, Westfield, TN35 4SL
Permission in Principle application for the conversion and redevelopment of an existing storage barn to create 1 no. dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Outline | Council: Rother | Date: 2025-10-13
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- Chapel Cottage, Chapel Lane, Westfield TN35 4QX
Certificate of lawfulness for a Children's home for a maximum of three adolescents aged 11-18 with complex needs, with associated carers (C3(b))
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Rother | Date: 2025-02-12
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- Chapel Cottage, Chapel Lane, Westfield TN35 4QX
Change of Use of a C3a Dwelling House to a Children's home for a maximum of three adolescents aged 11-18 with complex needs, with associated carers (C2)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2025-02-12
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- Chapel Cottage, Chapel Lane, Westfield TN35 4QX
Certificate of lawfulness for a Children's home for a maximum of two adolescents aged 11-18 with complex needs, with associated carers (C3(b))
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Rother | Date: 2025-02-12
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- 3 South Terrace, Westfield TN35 4QN
Proposed pitch roof to replace flat roof on the existing detached garage building.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2024-11-04
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- New Cottage Church Lane, Westfield, Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 4QB
Demolish dilapidated shed and replace with garage and workshop.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2024-04-26
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- 13 Stablefield, Westfield TN35 4QW
Erect a 2 bay garage at front of dwelling.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2023-12-02
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- Farmside Fishponds Lane, Westfield, Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 4SX
New drive, access, extension to the curtilage of Farmside and erection of close boarded fence to boundary (retrospective). Gate with rendered return yet to be constructed
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2023-11-29
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- 56 Heathlands, Westfield TN35 4QZ
Erection of a single storey rear extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Rother | Date: 2023-03-24
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A brief summary of Westfield in East Sussex

Westfield covers an area of approximately 19.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

Westfield has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Westfield 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.

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Planning Activity in Westfield

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Westfield. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 84 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 Westfield.

The average decision period of 84 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Westfield were full planning applications (5), outline applications (4), amendments (3). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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