How long do planning decisions take near Handcross?

The average planning decision time near Handcross is 50 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 Handcross?

The planning approval rate near Handcross is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Handcross?

The most common type of planning application near Handcross is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Handcross?

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Handcross, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Handcross, West Sussex.

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About Handcross

Handcross is a village located in the Mid Sussex District of West Sussex, England, situated on the A23 road just 4.2 miles south of Crawley. It is part of the civil parish of Slaugham, with the population recorded in the 2011 Census contributing to the area's planning considerations and community development initiatives.

District: Slaugham

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £492,826 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Mid Sussex
Parliamentary constituency: Mid Sussex
LSOA: Mid Sussex 011A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Handcross.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Handcross.

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 Handcross based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Handcross.

- Hillbury Cottage Horsham Road Handcross Haywards Heath West Sussex RH17 6DB
Proposed 3m extension to an existing dropped kerb
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-03-27
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- Chodds Farmhouse High Street Handcross Haywards Heath West Sussex RH17 6BL
Pine Tree - Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-02-13
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- Hill House Cottage Handcross Road Staplefield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH17 6EE
Discharge of BNG condition 1 relating to planning application DM/25/2271
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2025-12-22
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- Hill House Cottage Handcross Road Staplefield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH17 6EE
Discharge of condition 5 relating to planning application DM/25/2271
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2025-12-22
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- Storm Creative Partnership Ltd The Old Surgery High Street Handcross Haywards Heath West Sussex RH17 6BN
Change of use from B1 (Office) to C3 (Dwelling House), associated internal and external alterations and removal of external staircase
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2025-12-22
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- The Red Lion High Street Handcross Haywards Heath West Sussex RH17 6BP
T1 - Yew - Cut back N and S facing crown by 2m and W facing crown by 1.2m. Crown raise to 3m over car park. T2 - Yew - Reduce height by 2.5m and cut back N and E laterals by 1.5m T3 - Yew - Reduce hei
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2025-08-13
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A brief summary of Handcross in West Sussex

Property prices in Handcross show an average sale price of £492,826, 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 Handcross a particularly low-crime area.

Handcross has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Handcross, Slaugham, Staplefield. 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 Handcross includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cow Wood and Harry's Wood SSSI; 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.

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Planning Activity in Handcross

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Handcross. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Handcross may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Handcross were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2), tree works (2).

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