How long do planning decisions take near Brooks Green?

The average planning decision time near Brooks Green is 56 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 Brooks Green?

The planning approval rate near Brooks Green is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Brooks Green?

The most common type of planning application near Brooks Green is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Brooks Green?

You can search and track planning applications near Brooks Green on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.

Brooks Green, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Brooks Green, West Sussex.

West Sussex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Brooks Green are administered by Adur District Council. View the full Adur District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Brooks Green

Brooks Green is a quaint hamlet located in the Shipley civil parish of Horsham District, West Sussex. Situated in the north-western part of the parish, it lies about 2 miles from Shipley village and 4.5 miles southwest of Horsham. The area falls under the Southwater South and Shipley ward for West Sussex County Council, making it relevant for those researching planning applications in this part of West Sussex.

District: Shipley

Enter a postcode to search for planning applications near Brooks Green.

Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £440,418 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Horsham
Parliamentary constituency: Horsham
LSOA: Horsham 009A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Brooks Green.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Brooks Green.

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 Brooks Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Brooks Green.

- Camomile Barn Emms Lane Brooks Green West Sussex RH13 0TR
Surgery to x1 acer campestre
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-04-27
View full details
- 22 Oaklands Park Emms Lane Brooks Green West Sussex RH13 0BB
Surgery to 2 x Oak.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details
- Brooks Green Park Emms Lane Brooks Green West Sussex
Variation of condition 7 and Removal of condition 3 of previously approved application DC/23/1224 (Stationing of 3no. 2-bedroom residential park homes for year-round occupation) relating to water neut
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details
- 20 Oaklands Park Emms Lane Brooks Green West Sussex RH13 0BB
Fell 1x Oak and Surgery to 4x Oak.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details
- Carvers Emms Lane Brooks Green West Sussex RH13 0TR
Variation of Condition 4 of previously approved application DC/20/1309 (Conversion of storage barn and single storey side extension to provide ancillary accommodation) to allow use as a separate unit
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details

Use the filter and sort options to search descriptions, addresses, and references. Sort by newest or oldest applications.

A brief summary of Brooks Green in West Sussex

Property prices in Brooks Green show an average sale price of £440,418, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Brooks Green a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Brooks Green 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.

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

Planning Activity in Brooks Green

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Brooks Green. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Brooks Green may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Brooks Green were tree works (3), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

Nearby Towns

Explore planning applications in nearby areas:

Related Planning Guides

What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.