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Planning in Alfold Bars

Approved
80%
20 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Alfold Bars in the last 24 months, from Horsham District Council's planning register.

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Around Alfold Bars

Postcode districts

RH14 332 applications in the last 12 monthsGU6 167 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Horsham District Council

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About Alfold Bars

Alfold Bars is a settlement located in West Sussex, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Alfold Bars area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Alfold Bars a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Alfold Bars has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Alfold Bars 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Alfold Bars, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Alfold Bars. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were outline applications (14), full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Alfold Bars?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Alfold Bars. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Alfold Bars?
The average planning decision time near Alfold Bars is 60 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 Alfold Bars?
The planning approval rate near Alfold Bars is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Alfold Bars?
The most common type of planning application near Alfold Bars is outline applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Alfold Bars?
You can search and track planning applications near Alfold Bars on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.