How long do planning decisions take near Withdean?

The average planning decision time near Withdean is 59 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 Withdean?

The planning approval rate near Withdean is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Withdean?

The most common type of planning application near Withdean is full planning applications, with 31 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Withdean?

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Withdean, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Withdean, East Sussex.

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Planning applications in Withdean are administered by Brighton And Hove City Council. View the full Brighton And Hove City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Withdean

Withdean is a former village that has become part of the vibrant city of Brighton and Hove in East Sussex. This area offers a mix of residential and green spaces, making it an attractive location for planning applications related to housing and community development.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £520,835 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Brighton and Hove
Parliamentary constituency: Brighton Pavilion
LSOA: Brighton and Hove 003E

Crime Statistics

134 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 36
violent-crime: 33
public-order: 13
criminal-damage-arson: 11
other-theft: 11
burglary: 9
shoplifting: 8
vehicle-crime: 4
drugs: 3
other-crime: 3
possession-of-weapons: 2
theft-from-the-person: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Withdean.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Withdean based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

17 planning applications found near Withdean.

BH2026/01162 - 25 Woodland Way Brighton BN1 8BA
Certificate of lawfulness for the proposed loft conversion incorporating hip to gable extension, rear dormer and front roof lights.
Status: Undecided | Council: Brighton and Hove | Date: 2026-05-08
- Dorothy Stringer School Loder Road Brighton BN1 6PZ
Tree 1 - Sycamore (Tree No. 1): Fell to ground level. Reason: Small self-seeded tree adjacent to a post/column with branches growing into overhead telephone lines, creating ongoing conflict and safety
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Brighton | Date: 2026-02-03
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- 1 Varndean Drive Brighton BN1 6RS
T132- Common Yew: Reduce in height and spread by up to 1m, to approximate level of previous pruning points. T134- Whitebeam: Reduce in height and spread by up to 1.5m, to approximate level of previous
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Brighton | Date: 2026-02-02
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- 19 Surrenden Crescent Brighton BN1 6WE
Demolition of an existing single-storey garage, altered pedestrian access, and the creation of an open off-street parking bay with new retaining walls.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Brighton | Date: 2026-01-28
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- 1 Woodland Way Brighton BN1 8BA
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed erection of single storey outbuilding for use as home office/ancillary space.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Brighton | Date: 2026-01-22
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- 24 Surrenden Holt Brighton BN1 6PT
Horsechestnut- Reduce in height by approx 1.5m. Prune back radial crown extending towards house by approx 1.5-2m. Prune back remainder of crown by approx 1.3=5m to balance and shape. Remove trunk grow
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Brighton | Date: 2026-01-20
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- 8 Varndean Holt Brighton BN1 6QX
T29 - Ash reduce crown by approx 3 metres back to appropriate growth point. T30 - Ash reduce crown by by approx 3 metres back to appropriate growth point. T31 - Ash reduce crown by approx 3 metres bac
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Brighton | Date: 2026-01-07
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- Surrenden Road Brighton BN1 6QE
To install telecommunications apparatus.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Brighton | Date: 2025-11-28
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- 80 Peacock Lane Brighton BN1 6WA
To reduce the crown of three sycamores by 3metres, reduce one ash tree by 3metres, remove one ash tree from property which has signs of Ash Die back and being close to the house and to let the Sycamor
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Brighton | Date: 2025-11-12
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- 11 Withdean Crescent Brighton BN1 6WG
Erection of single-storey front extension, single-storey side/rear extension, and raised rear terrace; alterations to rear fenestration, and associated alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Brighton | Date: 2025-10-08
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- 12 Draxmont Way Brighton BN1 6QF
Ash (T1) - Reduce crown by 2/3m back to growth points, 2 large low limbs over adjacent garden reduce by 3/4m back to growth points
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Brighton | Date: 2025-07-16
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- Dorothy Stringer School Loder Road Brighton BN1 6PZ
T1 Sycamore- Fell to ground level. Reason for Felling: The top of the crown is dying back, with excessive dead wood present, and the bark around the base of the stem is delaminating, exposing the unde
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Brighton | Date: 2025-05-12
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- 59 Withdean Crescent Brighton BN1 6WG
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed loft alterations/extensions including rear gable, side dormers and insertion of front rooflights.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Brighton | Date: 2025-04-28
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- 9 Fairlie Gardens Brighton BN1 6PY
I have a few lower branches on this above referenced sycamore tree (TPO2023(28)) causing our lawn below to be very shaded and it's killed the grass off - I would like permission to remove the branches
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Brighton | Date: 2025-03-28
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- 17 Leahurst Court Leahurst Court Road Brighton BN1 6UL
T1 Sycamore (by entrance to flats 41-48) : remove 4 small branches growing at 10m to give 2.5 metre clearance from the building to give access to a cherry picker which is used for maintenance on the f
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Brighton | Date: 2024-08-09
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- Highdown Court Varndean Drive Brighton BN1 6TF
Refer to TPO plan No. 23 1998. T88- Common Beech: Reduce canopy in height and radial spread by approximately 2m as carried out previously due to extensive squirrel damage. T97- Common Ash: Fell to gro
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Brighton | Date: 2024-03-08
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- 2 Surrenden Close Brighton BN1 8EB
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed garage conversion, replacement single storey side extension, new window to front elevation and new bi-folds doors to rear elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Brighton | Date: 2023-12-13
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A brief summary of Withdean in East Sussex

Property prices in Withdean show an average sale price of £520,835, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Withdean area recorded 134 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.

Withdean has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: Patcham, Preston Park, Round Hill, Preston Village, Tongdean. 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 Withdean includes 1 Ancient Woodland site; 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 Withdean

In the last 24 months, 97 planning applications were submitted near Withdean. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

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

At 59 days on average, decisions near Withdean slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Withdean were full planning applications (31), tree works (28), outline applications (23). Full planning applications account for 32% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 41 applications
Refused: 1 application
Withdrawn: 2 applications
Awaiting decision: 52 applications

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