How long do planning decisions take near Churchwood?

The average planning decision time near Churchwood is 48 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 Churchwood?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Churchwood?

The most common type of planning application near Churchwood is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Churchwood?

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Churchwood, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Churchwood, West Sussex.

West Sussex · England · settlement

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

About Churchwood

Churchwood is a vibrant music collective based in Austin, Texas, renowned for their unique blend of blues-driven rock and roll, characterized by poetic lyrics and dynamic performances. The band features a talented lineup, including Bill Anderson and Billysteve Korpi on guitar, Adam Kahan on bass, Joe Doerr, and Eric Bohlke on drums. Their distinctive sound and energetic shows contribute to the local cultural landscape, making them notable in the context of community events and planning applications in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £580,310 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Horsham
Parliamentary constituency: Arundel and South Downs
LSOA: Horsham 012C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Churchwood based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Churchwood.

- Weller House 2 Elgar Way Fittleworth West Sussex RH20 1GB
Loft conversion with front and rear roof lights.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-02-17
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- Mackintosh House 2 Constable Close Fittleworth West Sussex RH20 1FZ
Associated works including - 6ft Hazel Hurdle Screen between Mackintosh House and Gertrude House, 8ft x 6ft Garden Shed and 4ft screen between Mackintosh House and Oak Tree House.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-01-26
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- Green Finches The Fleet Fittleworth West Sussex RH20 1HN
Alterations to loft to create habitable accommodation, 2 no. dormers on front elevation and 4 no. rooflights and 3 no. sun tunnels on rear elevation. Installation of PV panels on rear elevation, singl
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-01-23
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- Gertrude House 1 Constable Close Fittleworth West Sussex RH20 1FZ
Boundary fence erected at rear of property.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-01-21
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- 1 School Close Fittleworth West Sussex RH20 1JD
Part-retrospective change of use of residential outbuilding to a self-contained residential annexe/holiday let.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-10-22
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- Yaffle Cottage 3 Churchwood Fittleworth West Sussex RH20 1HP
Discharge of Condition 3 of Planning Permission SDNP/22/05855/HOUS.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2023-07-19
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A brief summary of Churchwood in West Sussex

Property prices in Churchwood show an average sale price of £580,310, 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 Churchwood a particularly low-crime area.

Churchwood has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Little Bognor, Fittleworth, Stopham. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Churchwood includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bognor Common Quarry SSSI; 15 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: SOUTH DOWNS. 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 Churchwood

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Churchwood. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

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

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Churchwood were full planning applications (7), tree works (4). Full planning applications account for 64% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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