Crabtree, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Crabtree, West Sussex.
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Planning applications in Crabtree are administered by Adur District Council. View the full Adur District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Crabtree
Crabtree is a hamlet located in the parish of Lower Beeding within the Horsham District of West Sussex, England. Situated on the A281 road, it is approximately 4.4 miles (7.1 km) southeast of Horsham, making it a key area for potential planning applications in the region.
District: Lower Beeding
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Area Information
- Admin district: Horsham
- Parliamentary constituency: Horsham
- LSOA: Horsham 009E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Crabtree.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Crabtree.
- 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 Crabtree based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Crabtree.
- - The Forge Brighton Road Lower Beeding West Sussex RH13 6NH
Surgery to 1 x Bay Tree (Works to Trees in a Conservation Area)
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-07-06
View full details - - Beedcote Brighton Road Lower Beeding West Sussex RH13 6PP
Surgery to 1 x Evergreen Conifer (Works to Trees in a Conservation Area)
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - Leonardslee Gardens Brighton Road Lower Beeding West Sussex RH13 6PP
Application for Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 12 (EV Charging points) to approved application DC/25/0025 (Non-Material Amendment to DC/22/2229 (Construction of enlarged and rationalised ca
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - Crabtree Inn Brighton Road Lower Beeding West Sussex RH13 6PT
Fell 1 x Sycamore.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - Leonardslee Gardens Brighton Road Lower Beeding Horsham West Sussex RH13 6PP
Install CBT (connectorized block terminal) to external wall.
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Horsham | Date: 2025-12-22
View full details - - Peppersgate Farmhouse Brighton Road Lower Beeding West Sussex RH13 6NH
Application for Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 3 to approved application DC/25/0958.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Horsham | Date: 2025-10-22
View full details - - High Beech Mill Lane Lower Beeding West Sussex RH13 6PX
Demolition of existing dwelling and erection of a new residential dwelling and the erection of an office / leisure room.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Horsham | Date: 2024-04-12
View full details - - The Stable Block Brighton Road Lower Beeding West Sussex RH13 6PP
Conversion of existing garage into habitable space including the installation of 1no roof light (Lawful Development Certificate - Proposed)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Horsham | Date: 2023-06-21
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A brief summary of Crabtree in West Sussex
Crabtree is a hamlet located in the parish of Lower Beeding within the Horsham District of West Sussex, England. Situated on the A281 road, it is approximately 4.4 miles (7.1 km) southeast of Horsham, making it a key area for potential planning applications in the region. It sits within the Lower Beeding district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Crabtree a particularly low-crime area.
Crabtree has one conservation area within its boundaries: Crabtree. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Crabtree includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): High Weald. 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, Crabtree 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 Crabtree
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Crabtree. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Crabtree may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Crabtree were discharge of conditions (4), listed building and heritage (3), full planning applications (1).
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