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Planning in Keymer

Approved
89%
115 of 124 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Keymer

Keymer is a village situated within the civil parish of Hassocks, in the Mid Sussex district of West Sussex, England. Located just 2.4 miles (3.9 km) south of Burgess Hill, it is accessible via the B2116 road, making it a relevant area for those exploring planning applications and development opportunities in the region. It sits within the Hassocks district.

Property prices in Keymer show an average sale price of £621,737, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Keymer a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Keymer has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Keymer, 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, 172 planning applications were submitted near Keymer. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (71), tree works (33), outline applications (20). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Keymer?
In the last 24 months, 172 planning applications were submitted near Keymer. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Keymer?
The average planning decision time near Keymer is 61 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 Keymer?
The planning approval rate near Keymer is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Keymer?
The most common type of planning application near Keymer is full planning applications, with 71 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Keymer?
You can search and track planning applications near Keymer on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.