Lindfield, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Lindfield, West Sussex.
West Sussex · England · settlement
Planning applications in Lindfield are administered by Mid Sussex District Council. View the full Mid Sussex District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Lindfield
Lindfield is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Mid Sussex District of West Sussex, England, just 1 mile (2 km) northeast of Haywards Heath. Nestled along the upper reaches of the River Ouse, Lindfield's name translates to 'open land with lime trees,' reflecting its natural beauty and charm. This quaint village offers a unique blend of rural character and accessibility, making it relevant for those researching planning applications in the area.
Population: 6,089 (2021) · Area: 2.2 km²
District: Mid Sussex
Website: http://www.lindfieldparishcouncil.org.uk
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £448,462 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Mid Sussex
- Parliamentary constituency: Mid Sussex
- LSOA: Mid Sussex 008F
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Lindfield.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lindfield.
- 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 Lindfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
67 planning applications found near Lindfield.
- - Chestnut House 131 High Street Lindfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 2HR
T1 - Horse chestnut: Repollard back to previous points at 2m from height and cardinal point. T2: Portuguese Laurel - Fell. T3 - Holly - Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-06-15
View full details - DM/26/1478 - Chestnut House 131 High Street Lindfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 2HR
T1 - Horse chestnut: Repollard back to previous points at 2m from height and cardinal point. T2: Portuguese Laurel - Fell. T3 - Holly - Fell
Status: Undecided | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-06-15 - DM/26/1460 - Mulberry Cottage Old Place High Street Lindfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 2HU
Replacement of rooflight with conservation rooflight. Removal of dormer and replacement with a conservation rooflight. Construction of new dormer window to match existing dormer windows. Replacement o
Status: Undecided | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-06-12 - DM/26/1461 - Mulberry Cottage Old Place High Street Lindfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 2HU
Replacement of rooflight with conservation rooflight. Removal of dormer and replacement with a conservation rooflight. Construction of new dormer window to match existing dormer windows. Replacement o
Status: Undecided | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-06-11 - DM/26/1380 - 12 Old School Court Lindfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 2LD
Goat Willow (Salix Caprea) - Fell to ground level
Status: Undecided | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-06-03 - - 12 Old School Court Lindfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 2LD
Goat Willow (Salix Caprea) - Fell to ground level
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-06-03
View full details - DM/26/1356 - Crosskeys 76 High Street Lindfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 2HP
Construction of a single-storey extension to the rear elevation, attached to the existing property by means of a glazed link. Fenestration alterations to include the addition of a porch canopy to the
Status: Undecided | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-06-01 - - Crosskeys 76 High Street Lindfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 2HP
Construction of a single-storey extension to the rear elevation, attached to the existing property by means of a glazed link. Fenestration alterations to include the addition of a porch canopy to the
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-06-01
View full details - DM/26/1355 - Crosskeys 76 High Street Lindfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 2HP
Construction of a single-storey extension to the rear elevation, attached to the existing property by means of a glazed link. Fenestration alterations to include the addition of a porch canopy to the
Status: Undecided | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-06-01 - - Crosskeys 76 High Street Lindfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 2HP
Construction of a single-storey extension to the rear elevation, attached to the existing property by means of a glazed link. Fenestration alterations to include the addition of a porch canopy to the
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-06-01
View full details - DM/26/1365 - 235 The Welkin Lindfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 2PN
3 x Oak Trees - 5 metre crown lift on all three trees and reduce lateral branches back to previous cut points. Remove epicormic growth.
Status: Undecided | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-06-01 - - 61 Denmans Lane Lindfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 2JN
(T1) Oak - remove epicormic growth to main branch break
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-05-28
View full details - DM/26/1329 - 61 Denmans Lane Lindfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 2JN
(T1) Oak - remove epicormic growth to main branch break
Status: Undecided | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-05-28 - DM/26/1254 - 51 Brookway Lindfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 2BP
Proposed conversion of garage to living space and new front window to replace garage door.
Status: Undecided | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-05-19 - - 51 Brookway Lindfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 2BP
Proposed conversion of garage to living space and new front window to replace garage door.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-05-19
View full details - DM/26/1177 - 11 Dukes Road Lindfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 2JH
T1 - Conifer : Remove to ground level
Status: Undecided | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-05-11 - - Footpath Rear Of 208 To 214 The Welkin Lindfield West Sussex
Holly Tree - Fell. Conifer - Fell.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - Limes Cottage 105 High Street Lindfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 2HR
Non native eucalyptus tree - Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - Porters 58 High Street Lindfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 2HL
Convert an existing garage into an Annex.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - Porters 58 High Street Lindfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH16 2HL
Convert an existing garage into an Annex.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-03-31
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A brief summary of Lindfield in West Sussex
Lindfield is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Mid Sussex District of West Sussex, England, just 1 mile (2 km) northeast of Haywards Heath. Nestled along the upper reaches of the River Ouse, Lindfield's name translates to 'open land with lime trees,' reflecting its natural beauty and charm. This quaint village offers a unique blend of rural character and accessibility, making it relevant for those researching planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,089 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Sussex district.
Lindfield covers an area of approximately 2.2 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 Lindfield show an average sale price of £448,462, 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 Lindfield a particularly low-crime area.
Lindfield has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Lindfield, Franklands Village, The Heath. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Lindfield includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): High Weald. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lindfield planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.lindfieldparishcouncil.org.uk. 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.
Planning Activity in Lindfield
In the last 24 months, 113 planning applications were submitted near Lindfield. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Lindfield.
The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Lindfield were full planning applications (41), tree works (30), discharge of conditions (9). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 43 applications
- Refused: 3 applications
- Withdrawn: 3 applications
- Awaiting decision: 64 applications
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