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Planning in Haywards Heath

Approved
90%
115 of 119 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Haywards Heath

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/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Haywards Heath, 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, 202 planning applications were submitted near Haywards Heath. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (51), tree works (35), discharge of conditions (26). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Haywards Heath?
In the last 24 months, 202 planning applications were submitted near Haywards Heath. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Haywards Heath?
The average planning decision time near Haywards Heath is 54 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 Haywards Heath?
The planning approval rate near Haywards Heath is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Haywards Heath?
The most common type of planning application near Haywards Heath is full planning applications, with 51 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Haywards Heath?
You can search and track planning applications near Haywards Heath on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.