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Planning in Castle Town

Approved
91%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Castle Town

Postcode districts

BN44 160 applications in the last 12 monthsBN5 176 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Horsham District Council

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About Castle Town

Castle Town is a settlement located in West Sussex, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Castle Town 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 (September 2026). This makes Castle Town a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Castle Town has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Castle Town 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 Castle Town, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Castle Town. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were outline applications (5), full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Castle Town?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Castle Town. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Castle Town?
The average planning decision time near Castle Town is 64 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 Castle Town?
The planning approval rate near Castle Town is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Castle Town?
The most common type of planning application near Castle Town is outline applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Castle Town?
You can search and track planning applications near Castle Town on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.