Amberley, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Amberley, West Sussex.
West Sussex · England · settlement
Planning applications in Amberley are administered by Horsham District Council. View the full Horsham District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Amberley
Amberley is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Horsham District of West Sussex, England, nestled at the foot of the South Downs and just 4 miles north of Arundel. Renowned for its charming thatched cottages, the village also features a few exceptions, such as "The Thatched House," which stands out as one of the few non-thatched residences. With its scenic surroundings and historic architecture, Amberley presents unique opportunities for planning applications in conservation and residential development.
Population: 563 (2021) · Area: 11.8 km²
District: Horsham
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Area Information
- Admin district: Arun
- Parliamentary constituency: Arundel and South Downs
- LSOA: Arun 001D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Amberley.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Amberley.
- 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 Amberley based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
33 planning applications found near Amberley.
- SDNP/26/02285/HOUS · Received: Wed 10 Jun 2026 · Validated: Wed 10 Jun 2026 - Old Postings The Square Amberley West Sussex BN18 9SR
Installation of porch canopy over entrance door, 2no stone steps to front entrance and vertical slate hanging to existing first floor front windows
Status: Undecided | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-06-10 - - Old Postings The Square Amberley West Sussex BN18 9SR
Installation of porch canopy over entrance door, 2no stone steps to front entrance and vertical slate hanging to existing first floor front windows
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-06-10
View full details - - Black Horse High Street Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NL
Discharge of Condition 8 (Management Plan) in relation to SDNP/25/01708/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-05-29
View full details - - Bishops Church Street Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NE
Proposed deconstruction of two chimneys and re-building in brickwork to match existing and new lead flashings. (Linked to SDNP/26/01474/LIS)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-04-16
View full details - - Bishops Church Street Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NE
Proposed deconstruction of two chimneys and re-building in brickwork to match existing and new lead flashings. (Linked to SDNP/26/01473/HOUS).
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-04-16
View full details - - Leith House East Street Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NN
Non Material Amendment for SDNP/25/02247/HOUS - Reduce width of ground floor opening.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - Black Horse High Street Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NL
Discharge of Condition 3 (Roof lights) pf Listed Building Consent SDNP/25/01709/LIS.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - Black Horse High Street Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NL
Discharge of Conditions 3 (Installation) and Condition 4 (Obscure glazing) for SDNP/25/01708/FUL.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - Lathams Barn East Street Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NN
Discharge of Conditions 1 - 20 for SDNP/25/02285/LIS.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - Lathams Barn East Street Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NN
Discharge of Conditions 1 - 7 for SDNP/25/02198/HOUS.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - Kennards Hog Lane Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NQ
Discharge of Conditions 3 (Flint Wall), 4 (Stone Step Details), 5 (Door and Window Details), 6 (Shutter Details) and 9 (Insulation Details) for SDNP/25/03152/LIS.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - Kennards Hog Lane Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NQ
Discharge of Condition 3 (bat box details) for SDNP/25/03151/HOUS.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - Kennards Hog Lane Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NQ
Repair, alteration, and conversion of existing barn, and construction of link extension to Kennards, with associated landscaping work. Restoration of former cattle shed building and conversion to gym
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-08-01
View full details - - Drewitts Farm Church Street Amberley West Sussex BN18 9ND
Discharge of Condition 10 of Planning Approval SDNP/25/00439/CND.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-07-18
View full details - - Black Horse High Street Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NL
Retrospective addition of lightweight studwork to create self contained accommodation. No structural alterations required.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-12-24
View full details - - Black Horse High Street Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NL
Retrospective addition of lightweight studwork to create self contained accommodation. No structural alterations required.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-12-24
View full details - - Carlisle House Church Street Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NE
T1 - shorten tips of selected branches in the south, southeast and east sectors of the crown (by up to 1.5m) where they overhang the courtyard & steps at The Old Bakehouse.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-11-15
View full details - - Leith Court East Street Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NN
Replacement of all sash windows on the property with timber double glazed replacements
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-06-07
View full details - - 53 Hurst Cottages East Street Amberley West Sussex BN18 9NP
Erection of a side extension. Loft conversion with front and rear dormer. Installation of solar panels and air source heat pump
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2022-02-03
View full details - - 53 Hurst Cottages East Street Amberley Arundel West Sussex BN18 9NP
Erection of side extension and loft conversion inclusive of provision of rear dormer.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Downs | Date: 2021-06-23
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A brief summary of Amberley in West Sussex
Amberley is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Horsham District of West Sussex, England, nestled at the foot of the South Downs and just 4 miles north of Arundel. Renowned for its charming thatched cottages, the village also features a few exceptions, such as "The Thatched House," which stands out as one of the few non-thatched residences. With its scenic surroundings and historic architecture, Amberley presents unique opportunities for planning applications in conservation and residential development. The settlement has a population of approximately 563 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Horsham district.
Amberley covers an area of approximately 11.8 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Amberley a particularly low-crime area.
Amberley has one conservation area within its boundaries: Amberley. 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 Amberley includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Amberley Wild Brooks SSSI, Amberley Mount to Sullington Hill SSSI; 8 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Arun Valley; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Arun Valley; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Arun Valley; 1 National Parks: SOUTH DOWNS. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Amberley
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Amberley. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Amberley.
At 63 days on average, decisions near Amberley slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Amberley were discharge of conditions (9), full planning applications (7), listed building and heritage (4).
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