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Balcombe, West Sussex Planning Applications

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

About Balcombe - Planning Applications & Local Development

Balcombe is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Mid Sussex District of West Sussex, England, approximately 31 miles south of London and 16 miles north of Brighton. It is well-connected, with Crawley to the northwest and Haywards Heath to the south-southeast, making it an attractive area for planning applications and development opportunities. The other has a population of approximately 1,903 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Sussex district.

Balcombe covers an area of approximately 21.1 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 Balcombe show an average sale price of £503,905, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Balcombe 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 Balcombe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Balcombe 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.balcombevillage.co.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Balcombe, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.