How long do planning decisions take near Willard's Hill?

The average planning decision time near Willard's Hill is 82 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 Willard's Hill?

The planning approval rate near Willard's Hill is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Willard's Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Willard's Hill is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Willard's Hill?

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Willard's Hill, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Willard's Hill, East Sussex.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £580,790 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Rother
Parliamentary constituency: Bexhill and Battle
LSOA: Rother 003A

Crime Statistics

2 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

public-order: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Willard's Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Willard's Hill.

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 Willard's Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Willard's Hill.

- Lands At Squibbs Farm, 1 Ludpit Lane, Robertsbridge, Etchingham, East Sussex, TN19 7DB
Proposed upgrade of an existing telecommunications base station.
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Rother | Date: 2025-12-17
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A brief summary of Willard's Hill in East Sussex

Willard's Hill is a settlement located in East Sussex, England.

Property prices in Willard's Hill show an average sale price of £580,790, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Willard's Hill is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Willard's Hill 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 Willard's Hill 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 Willard's Hill

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Willard's Hill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 days.

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

The average decision period of 82 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 Willard's Hill were full planning applications (1), tree works (1), telecoms (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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