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Crawley, West Sussex Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Crawley, West Sussex. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.

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Planning data sourced from West Sussex council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Crawley - Planning Applications & Local Development

Crawley is a prominent town and borough in West Sussex, located 28 miles south of London and 18 miles north of Brighton. Spanning 17.36 square miles, it had a population of 118,493 as of the 2021 Census. The southern area of Crawley borders the High Weald National Landscape, making it a key location for planning applications related to both urban development and environmental conservation. The town has a population of approximately 106,597 (2011 estimate). It sits within the Crawley district.

Crawley covers an area of approximately 45.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Crawley show an average sale price of £375,786, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Crawley 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 (May 2026). This makes Crawley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Crawley has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Crawley 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://crawley.gov.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Crawley, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.