Gossops Green, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Gossops Green, West Sussex.
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About Gossops Green
Gossops Green is a distinct neighbourhood in the town of Crawley, West Sussex, situated in the western part of the town. It is bordered by Bewbush to the southwest, Ifield to the north, and Southgate to the east, across the ring road. Additionally, Gossops Green serves as a local government ward, making it a relevant area for planning applications and community developments.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £350,065 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Crawley
- Parliamentary constituency: Crawley
- LSOA: Crawley 013B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Gossops Green.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Gossops Green.
- 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 Gossops Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Gossops Green.
- - 139 Shipley Road, Ifield, Crawley
T1 (Oak) Reduce height and crown radius by a maximum of 2 metres to nearest suitable growth points. Crown lift to give 4 metres clearance over ground and remove deadwood (amended description)
Status: Permitted | Council: Crawley | Date: 2026-01-09
View full details - - 4 PRIESTCROFT CLOSE, GOSSOPS GREEN, CRAWLEY
ERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY REAR EXTENSION & REPLACE SIDE DOOR WITH WINDOW
Status: Permitted | Council: Crawley | Date: 2024-05-16
View full details - - 27 SOUTHWATER CLOSE, IFIELD, CRAWLEY
ERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY SIDE & REAR EXTENSIONS
Status: Permitted | Council: Crawley | Date: 2023-09-06
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A brief summary of Gossops Green in West Sussex
Gossops Green is a distinct neighbourhood in the town of Crawley, West Sussex, situated in the western part of the town. It is bordered by Bewbush to the southwest, Ifield to the north, and Southgate to the east, across the ring road. Additionally, Gossops Green serves as a local government ward, making it a relevant area for planning applications and community developments.
Property prices in Gossops Green show an average sale price of £350,065, 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 Gossops Green a particularly low-crime area.
Gossops Green has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: St Peters, Brighton Road, Sunnymead, Ifield Village, Gossops Green Neighbourhood Centre. 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 Gossops Green includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Gossops Green 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 Gossops Green
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Gossops Green. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Gossops Green maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Gossops Green were discharge of conditions (1).
Nearby Towns
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- Ifield planning applications
- Southgate planning applications
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.