Haywards Heath, West Sussex Planning Applications
Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Haywards Heath, West Sussex. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.
Planning data sourced from West Sussex council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Oak Tree (T1)- crown retrenchment and removal of deadwood.
Retrospective change of use from class B1 (a) to Class E (a) (Amended plans received 21/09/26)
Discharge of planning condition number 7 relating to planning application DM/22/2303
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About Haywards Heath - Planning Applications & Local Development
Haywards Heath, located in West Sussex, is a well-connected town positioned 36 miles south of London and 14 miles north of Brighton. With its proximity to major transport links, including Gatwick Airport 13 miles to the south, the town serves as a residential hub for commuters working in London and surrounding areas. While local employment primarily spans the agricultural and service sectors, many residents opt for remote work or daily commutes, influencing the planning landscape and demand for housing and infrastructure developments in the area. The town has a population of approximately 30,826 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Sussex district.
Haywards Heath covers an area of approximately 9.8 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 Haywards Heath show an average sale price of £448,462, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Haywards Heath 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 Haywards Heath a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Haywards Heath has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Haywards Heath 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 http://www.haywardsheath.gov.uk/.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Haywards Heath, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.