How long do planning decisions take near Ifold?

The average planning decision time near Ifold is 45 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 Ifold?

The planning approval rate near Ifold is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ifold?

The most common type of planning application near Ifold is tree works applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Ifold, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ifold, West Sussex.

West Sussex · England · settlement

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About Ifold

Ifold is a hamlet located in West Sussex, forming the largest settlement within the civil parish of Plaistow. With an established settlement boundary, Ifold has seen ongoing housing development over the years, transitioning from the historic Ifold Estate, which included the original Ifold House built in 1802. Following World War II, plots of land were sold, primarily for holiday or weekend homes, shaping the community's residential landscape.

District: Plaistow

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £608,660 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Chichester
Parliamentary constituency: Arundel and South Downs
LSOA: Chichester 002D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ifold.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ifold based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Ifold.

- Lavender Cottage The Ride Ifold Loxwood Billingshurst West Sussex RH14 0TF
Single storey rear extension, porch extension, part first floor extension and new gated access with boundary fencing.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-02-23
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- Owlswood 7 The Close Ifold Loxwood Billingshurst West Sussex RH14 0TP
Reduce height by 3m and reduce widths by 2m (all round) on 1 no. Common Oak tree (T3). Reduce height by 3m, reduce south sector by 1m (back to previous points), reduce north and west sectors by up to
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-01-30
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- Three Oaks Farm The Lane Ifold Billingshurst West Sussex RH14 0UH
Confirmation of compliance of all conditions from planning permission 21/01750/FUL.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-11-11
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- Barnwood Paddocks Hogwood Road Ifold Loxwood Billingshurst West Sussex RH14 0UG
Reduce east sector by 2-3m (overhanging neighbouring property) back to suitable secondary growth points on 1 no. Oak tree (T20) subject to PS/97/00810/TPO.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-09-04
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- Costa Porche The Drive Ifold Loxwood Billingshurst West Sussex RH14 0TD
Crown reduce by 2m (height and widths) and crown lift by up to 5m (above ground level) on 1 no. Oak tree (T9) subject to PS/97/00809/TPO.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-08-13
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- 4 Wildacre Close Ifold Loxwood Billingshurst West Sussex RH14 0TL
Crown reduce by up to 2m (excluding north-west sector) and crown lift by up to 5m (above ground level) on 1 no. Oak tree (T19). Crown reduce by up to 2m and crown lift by up to 5m (above ground level)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Chichester | Date: 2024-10-04
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- Lake View 3 Hawthorn Close Ifold Loxwood West Sussex RH14 0FU
Fell 2 no. Ash trees (quoted as T1 & T2) within Area, A1 subject to PS/11/00103/TPO.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Chichester | Date: 2024-05-28
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- Ingots Chalk Road Ifold Loxwood Billingshurst West Sussex RH14 0UD
Single storey extension to existing garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2024-03-22
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- Roseglen The Lane Ifold Billingshurst West Sussex RH14 0UL
Proposed alterations and remodelling to existing layout including alterations to existing roof and dormer windows. New detached garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2023-12-22
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- Sycamores The Drive Ifold Loxwood Billingshurst West Sussex RH14 0TD
Crown reduce by 1m (back to previous pruning points) on 1 no. Lime tree (T1). Remove dead upper canopy from the co-dominant stem reducing the remaining live limbs from that declining co-dominant stem
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Chichester | Date: 2023-09-20
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A brief summary of Ifold in West Sussex

Property prices in Ifold show an average sale price of £608,660, 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 Ifold a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Ifold includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Chiddingfold Forest SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Ifold

In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Ifold. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Ifold maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ifold were tree works (9), full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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