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Planning in Billingshurst

Approved
92%
36 of 39 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Billingshurst

Billingshurst is a significant village and civil parish located in the Horsham District of West Sussex. Situated at the junction of the A29 and A272 roads, it is approximately 6 miles south-west of Horsham and 5.5 miles north-east of Pulborough, making it a key area for potential planning applications in the region. The town has a population of approximately 10,632 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Horsham district.

Property prices in Billingshurst show an average sale price of £506,660, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

The area around Billingshurst has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Billingshurst, 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, 84 planning applications were submitted near Billingshurst. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), listed building and heritage (8), tree works (7).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Billingshurst?
In the last 24 months, 84 planning applications were submitted near Billingshurst. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Billingshurst?
The average planning decision time near Billingshurst is 58 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 Billingshurst?
The planning approval rate near Billingshurst is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Billingshurst?
The most common type of planning application near Billingshurst is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Billingshurst?
You can search and track planning applications near Billingshurst on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.