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Ashurst, West Sussex Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Ashurst, West Sussex. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.

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Planning data sourced from West Sussex council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Ashurst - Planning Applications & Local Development

Ashurst is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Horsham District of West Sussex, approximately 2 miles west of Henfield and 11 miles south of Horsham, accessible via the B2135 road. Nestled near the River Adur, the village features a historic 12th-century parish church dedicated to St James, notable for hosting the funeral of local resident Laurence Olivier, alongside a Church of England primary school and the welcoming Fountain Inn pub. This charming setting offers potential for residential developments and community projects, making it a key area for planning applications. The other has a population of approximately 270 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Horsham district.

Ashurst covers an area of approximately 10.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Ashurst show an average sale price of £511,593, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ashurst 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 (July 2026). This makes Ashurst a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ashurst has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ashurst 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 Ashurst, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.