Eastbourne in East Sussex is a seaside town with Victorian architecture, theatres, and seafront attractions. Planning is primarily urban-focused.
In the last year Eastbourne decided 325 applications which is well below the national average of 980. The approval rate was 86% (roughly equal to the national average of 88%) and 70% of applications were decided on time, (significantly above the national average of 59%). Stats updated July 2026 from gov.uk sources. See how Eastbourne performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
The town's proximity to the Pevensey Levels and its position on a low-lying coastal plain means Flood Zone 3 constrains development on the eastern and northern fringes of the borough.
Where constraints permit, we can develop proposals that manage flood risk thoughtfully to give applications the best chance of approval. Learn more about development risks in flood risk areas here.
As well as acting as Planning Consultants we are ARB registered architects with over 25 years’ experience. We support clients through all stages of the planning process, offering the following services:
Thoughtful, well-considered design is often the key to securing Planning Permission, particularly on sites where others struggle to find a way forward. Let’s discuss your project.
Eastbourne in East Sussex is a seaside town with Victorian architecture, theatres, and seafront attractions. Planning is primarily urban-focused.
In the last year Eastbourne decided 325 applications which is well below the national average of 980. The approval rate was 86% (roughly equal to the national average of 88%) and 70% of applications were decided on time, (significantly above the national average of 59%). Stats updated July 2026 from gov.uk sources. See how Eastbourne performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
The town's proximity to the Pevensey Levels and its position on a low-lying coastal plain means Flood Zone 3 constrains development on the eastern and northern fringes of the borough.
Where constraints permit, we can develop proposals that manage flood risk thoughtfully to give applications the best chance of approval. Learn more about development risks in flood risk areas here.
As well as acting as Planning Consultants we are ARB registered architects with over 25 years’ experience. We support clients through all stages of the planning process, offering the following services:
Thoughtful, well-considered design is often the key to securing Planning Permission, particularly on sites where others struggle to find a way forward. Let’s discuss your project.
