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Planning in Heyshott

Only 6 decisions near Heyshott in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Heyshott in the last 24 months, from Chichester District Council's planning register.

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About Heyshott

Heyshott is a charming village and civil parish located in the Chichester district of West Sussex, approximately three miles south of Midhurst and within the picturesque South Downs National Park. While the village has seen the closure of its shop, it retains a local pub, The Unicorn Inn, serving as a community hub. The nearby hamlet of Hoyle lies to the northeast, making Heyshott an appealing location for those considering planning applications in a tranquil rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 304 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chichester district.

Heyshott covers an area of approximately 9.4 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Heyshott 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 Heyshott a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Heyshott has 23 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Heyshott 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Heyshott, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Heyshott.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (2), amendments (2), full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Heyshott?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Heyshott.
What types of planning applications are most common near Heyshott?
The most common type of planning application near Heyshott is listed building consent applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Heyshott?
You can search and track planning applications near Heyshott on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.