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Planning in Crawley Down

Approved
91%
20 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Crawley Down

Crawley Down is a picturesque village located in the Mid Sussex district of West Sussex, England, just 6 miles east of Crawley and 7 miles from Gatwick Airport. The village features a church, a school, and various social groups, making it a close-knit community. Nestled in the northeast corner of West Sussex, it is only one mile from the Surrey border, providing a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Crawley Down 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 Crawley Down a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Crawley Down has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Crawley Down 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 Crawley Down, 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, 42 planning applications were submitted near Crawley Down. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Crawley Down?
In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Crawley Down. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Crawley Down?
The average planning decision time near Crawley Down is 76 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 Crawley Down?
The planning approval rate near Crawley Down is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Crawley Down?
The most common type of planning application near Crawley Down is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Crawley Down?
You can search and track planning applications near Crawley Down on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.