Adversane, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Adversane, West Sussex.
West Sussex · England · settlement
About Adversane
Adversane is a prominent hamlet situated in the Horsham District of West Sussex, approximately 1.5 miles south of Billingshurst. This small community features a cluster of residential properties along with a public house, strategically located at a crossroads on the A29 road, which follows the historic Roman route known as Stane Street.
District: Billingshurst
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £640,288 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Horsham
- Parliamentary constituency: Horsham
- LSOA: Horsham 010G
Crime Statistics
6 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- vehicle-crime: 2
- violent-crime: 2
- other-theft: 1
- public-order: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Adversane.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Adversane.
- 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 Adversane based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Adversane.
- - Sayers Farm Stane Street Adversane West Sussex RH14 9JH
Surgery to 1x Conifer (Works to Trees in a Conservation Area)
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-01-28
View full details - - Juppsland Farm Lordings Road Access Road Adversane West Sussex RH14 9JG
Approval of details reserved by condition 2 to approved application DC/25/0635
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Horsham | Date: 2025-06-20
View full details - - Juppsland Farm Lordings Road Access Road Adversane West Sussex RH14 9JG
Alterations to previously converted barn to include replacement windows, replacement rainwater goods, replacement of 2no. rooflights, opening up of full height glazed section to east elevation 'Wain E
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Horsham | Date: 2025-04-16
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A brief summary of Adversane in West Sussex
Adversane is a prominent hamlet situated in the Horsham District of West Sussex, approximately 1.5 miles south of Billingshurst. This small community features a cluster of residential properties along with a public house, strategically located at a crossroads on the A29 road, which follows the historic Roman route known as Stane Street. It sits within the Billingshurst district.
Property prices in Adversane show an average sale price of £640,288, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were 6 crimes reported in the Adversane area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.
Adversane has one conservation area within its boundaries: Adversane. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Adversane includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Upper Arun SSSI; 9 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, Adversane 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 Adversane
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Adversane. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Adversane may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Adversane were listed building and heritage (4), full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
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