How long do planning decisions take near Wood's Green?

The average planning decision time near Wood's Green is 43 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 Wood's Green?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Wood's Green?

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

How can I track planning applications near Wood's Green?

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Wood's Green, East Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wood's Green, East Sussex.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £580,570 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wealden
Parliamentary constituency: Sussex Weald
LSOA: Wealden 005E

Crime Statistics

5 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 3
anti-social-behaviour: 2

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wood's Green.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wood's Green.

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 Wood's Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Wood's Green.

- PERRINS FARM, WYCK LANE, WOODS GREEN, WADHURST, TN5 6QS
AN AGRICULTURAL BARN DESIGNED FOR MACHINERY STORAGE TO MAINTAIN THE LAND
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Wealden | Date: 2026-04-28
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A brief summary of Wood's Green in East Sussex

Wood's Green is a settlement located in East Sussex, England.

Property prices in Wood's Green show an average sale price of £580,570, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Wood's Green is generally good, with just 5 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Wood's Green has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Pell Green, Wadhurst. 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 Wood's Green 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 Wood's Green

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Wood's Green. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

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

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wood's Green were full planning applications (5), amendments (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 56% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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