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Planning in Clayton

Approved
88%
59 of 61 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Clayton

Clayton is a quaint village nestled at the foot of the South Downs in Mid Sussex, England, now part of the Hassocks parish. Located 41 miles south of London and just 6 miles from Brighton, it offers a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility. The village is notable for the iconic Clayton Windmills, known as "Jack and Jill," which overlook the area. Historically a civil parish with a population of 1,548 in 1961, Clayton was merged into the Hassocks parish in 2000, reflecting its integration into the broader community. It sits within the Hassocks district.

The area around Clayton has 19 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Clayton 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 Clayton, 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, 92 planning applications were submitted near Clayton. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (35), tree works (18), discharge of conditions (11). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Clayton?
In the last 24 months, 92 planning applications were submitted near Clayton. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Clayton?
The average planning decision time near Clayton 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 Clayton?
The planning approval rate near Clayton is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Clayton?
The most common type of planning application near Clayton is full planning applications, with 35 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Clayton?
You can search and track planning applications near Clayton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.