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Planning in Winchelsea

Approved
100%
13 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Winchelsea in the last 24 months, from Rother District Council's planning register.

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Around Winchelsea

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About Winchelsea

Winchelsea, situated in East Sussex, England, lies between the High Weald and Romney Marsh, roughly two miles southwest of Rye and seven miles northeast of Hastings. Founded in 1288, it replaced the earlier settlement of Old Winchelsea, which succumbed to coastal erosion during the late medieval period. The town is part of the civil parish of Icklesham, making it a noteworthy location for potential planning applications and developments in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 600. It sits within the Icklesham district.

Property prices in Winchelsea show an average sale price of £782,958, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Winchelsea area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Winchelsea a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Winchelsea has 15 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Winchelsea 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.winchelsea.net/community/community.htm.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Winchelsea, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Winchelsea. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), tree works (4), listed building and heritage (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Winchelsea?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Winchelsea. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Winchelsea?
The average planning decision time near Winchelsea 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 Winchelsea?
The planning approval rate near Winchelsea is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Winchelsea?
The most common type of planning application near Winchelsea is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Winchelsea?
You can search and track planning applications near Winchelsea on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.