How long do planning decisions take near Baldwins Hill?

The average planning decision time near Baldwins Hill is 52 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 Baldwins Hill?

The planning approval rate near Baldwins Hill is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Baldwins Hill?

The most common type of planning application near Baldwins Hill is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Baldwins Hill?

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Baldwins Hill, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Baldwins Hill, West Sussex.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £391,020 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Mid Sussex
Parliamentary constituency: East Grinstead and Uckfield
LSOA: Mid Sussex 001G

Crime Statistics

102 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 43
anti-social-behaviour: 21
criminal-damage-arson: 11
public-order: 8
shoplifting: 5
other-theft: 4
vehicle-crime: 3
other-crime: 3
burglary: 2
bicycle-theft: 1
drugs: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Baldwins Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Baldwins Hill.

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 Baldwins Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Baldwins Hill.

- 50 Buckhurst Way East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 2AJ
Proposed minor extension at the front door and alterations to the roof to provide internal floor space for a WC room at first floor
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-03-11
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- 26 Kennedy Avenue East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 2DG
Construction of new 3-bedroom house attached to end of existing terrace and associated external works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-03-04
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- 5 Baldwins Field East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 2HE
Proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-01-29
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- 7 The Timbers East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 1NH
Horse Chestnut - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-01-28
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- Oaklands Furzefield Road East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 2EF
Use of the land for siting a mobile unit for use ancillary to the main dwelling.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2025-11-18
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- 21 Knole Grove East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 2AL
Proposed single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2024-10-02
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- 7 The Stennings East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 1PF
T14 Holly - reduce tree to 3.5m. T13 Hornbeam - reduce crown by up to 5m.
Status: Unresolved | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2023-05-24
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- Lower Barn Cottage, Lowdells Lane, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 2AW
Erection of single storey extension
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Tandridge | Date: 2023-01-05
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A brief summary of Baldwins Hill in West Sussex

Baldwins Hill is a settlement located in West Sussex, England.

Property prices in Baldwins Hill show an average sale price of £391,020, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Baldwins Hill area recorded 102 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Baldwins Hill has one conservation area within its boundaries: East Grinstead. 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 Baldwins Hill includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Baldwins Hill

In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Baldwins Hill. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Baldwins Hill maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Baldwins Hill were full planning applications (14), discharge of conditions (7), outline applications (5). Full planning applications account for 41% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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