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House prices in Mid Sussex District Council: average £430,777, -0.2% over 12 months (UK House Price Index, July 2026)

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Mid Sussex District Council received?
Mid Sussex District Council received 2,773 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 89%.
How long does Mid Sussex District Council take to decide applications?
Mid Sussex District Council takes an average of 60 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate for Mid Sussex District Council?
Mid Sussex District Council approves 89% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.
How do I object to a planning application in Mid Sussex District Council?
Submit your representation to Mid Sussex District Council during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Mid Sussex District Council planning portal.
Can I appeal a Mid Sussex District Council planning decision?
Yes. If Mid Sussex District Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 625 appeals were lodged against Mid Sussex District Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 26% success rate.

Planning data sourced from Mid Sussex District Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Mid Sussex District Council Planning Authority

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the Mid Sussex District Council area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

Mid Sussex District Council governs a vibrant area in West Sussex, with Haywards Heath as its largest town and administrative centre. The district encompasses Burgess Hill and East Grinstead, along with picturesque villages and scenic landscapes that include parts of the South Downs National Park and the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Home to the headwaters of the River Ouse and Ardingly Reservoir, which supports various watersports, the district had a population of 152,949 as of the 2021 census, making it an appealing location for both residents and developers alike.

The council area encompasses 69 towns and villages, including Burgess Hill, East Grinstead and Haywards Heath. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Mid Sussex District Council received 2,773 planning applications. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (805), tree works (443), discharge of conditions (407). 31 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

625 planning appeals were lodged against Mid Sussex District Council decisions, of which 150 were allowed and 421 were dismissed (26% success rate).

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for Mid Sussex District Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the Mid Sussex District Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.