Abbotsford, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Abbotsford, West Sussex.
West Sussex · England · settlement
About Abbotsford
Abbotsford, located in the northern outskirts of Burgess Hill in West Sussex, England, is a settlement that has largely lost its distinct identity, though the name persists through a local farm and on Ordnance Survey maps. Historically, it was home to Abbotsford School, which has recently been renamed The Bridge. This area may be of interest to those researching planning applications, as it is part of the evolving landscape of Burgess Hill.
District: Burgess Hill
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £416,991 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Mid Sussex
- Parliamentary constituency: Mid Sussex
- LSOA: Mid Sussex 014D
Crime Statistics
114 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 40
- anti-social-behaviour: 25
- burglary: 11
- criminal-damage-arson: 9
- public-order: 7
- other-crime: 7
- shoplifting: 6
- drugs: 4
- other-theft: 2
- vehicle-crime: 2
- theft-from-the-person: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Abbotsford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Abbotsford.
- 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 Abbotsford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
13 planning applications found near Abbotsford.
- - 6 Tate Crescent Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 8TE
Proposed partial conversion of attached garage to habitable accommodation. Fenestration alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-04-24
View full details - - 35 The Wickets Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 8TG
Proposed annexe building in the rear garden
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-04-17
View full details - - 12 Fry Crescent Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 8TP
Erection of a 1.8m closeboarded fence, and erection of a first floor side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - Land R/o 23 Wheatsheaf Close Burgess Hill West Sussex
Oak Tree (BH/01/TPO/95) Reduce Oak tree overhanging garden by 4m overall, to leave a balanced shape.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - Burgess Hill Northern Arc, Land N And NW Of Burgess Hill, Between Bedelands Nature Reserve In The East And, Goddard's Green Waste Water Treatment Works In The We
Discharge of planning obligation relating to planning reference DM/21/3279 (original reference DM/18/5114) in relation to paragraph 1.14 of Schedule 7 (LEMP).
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - Burgess Hill Northern Arc, Land N And NW Of Burgess Hill, Between Bedelands Nature Reserve In The East And, Goddard's Green Waste Water Treatment Works In The West
Discharge of planning obligation relating to planning reference DM/21/3279 (original reference DM/18/5114) in relation to Retained Open Space Specification, Retained Open Space Management Company, Ret
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - 15 Langridge Way Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 8TN
Proposed garage conversion and porch extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - 9 Riddiford Drive Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 8RJ
Retrospective change of use to residential garden and erection of 1.8m high fence (part retrospective/part proposed
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-02-13
View full details - - Bridge Farmhouse Cuckfield Road Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 8RE
Variation of condition 2 relating to planning application DM/25/1856 - to update the drawings that reflect a slightly larger rear addition extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - - 7 The Saffrons Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 8TB
Partial recladding of the existing dwelling, single storey front extension with garage conversion, replacement windows and associated alterations. (Amended Description 12.02.2026)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-02-02
View full details - - Burgess Hill Northern Arc, Land N And NW Of Burgess Hill, Between Bedelands Nature Reserve In The East And, Goddard's Green Waste Water Treatment Works In The West
Modifications to the Section 106 Legal Agreement relating to Planning Application DM/18/5114 (as amended by applications DM/21/3279 & DM/23/0747).
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - 4 Mocatta Way Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 8UR
Rear Dormer.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2025-12-24
View full details - - 9 Riddiford Drive Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 8RJ
Retrospective change of use to residential garden land and erection of fence
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2025-10-24
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A brief summary of Abbotsford in West Sussex
Abbotsford, located in the northern outskirts of Burgess Hill in West Sussex, England, is a settlement that has largely lost its distinct identity, though the name persists through a local farm and on Ordnance Survey maps. Historically, it was home to Abbotsford School, which has recently been renamed The Bridge. This area may be of interest to those researching planning applications, as it is part of the evolving landscape of Burgess Hill. It sits within the Burgess Hill district.
Property prices in Abbotsford show an average sale price of £416,991, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
The Abbotsford area recorded 114 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.
Abbotsford has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: St John's, Fairfield. 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 Abbotsford includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Abbotsford 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.
Planning Activity in Abbotsford
In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Abbotsford. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Abbotsford maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Abbotsford were discharge of conditions (13), full planning applications (12), amendments (5).
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