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Planning in Maidenbower

Approved
92%
24 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Maidenbower in the last 24 months, from Crawley Borough Council's planning register.

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About Maidenbower

Maidenbower is a distinct neighbourhood in Crawley, West Sussex, situated in the town's southeast corner and adjacent to the M23 motorway. It shares borders with Pound Hill to the north and Furnace Green to the west, separated by a railway line. This location may be of interest to those researching planning applications, given its connectivity and surrounding amenities.

Property prices in Maidenbower show an average sale price of £375,786, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Maidenbower 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 Maidenbower a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Maidenbower has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Maidenbower 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 Maidenbower, 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, 39 planning applications were submitted near Maidenbower. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Maidenbower?
In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Maidenbower. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Maidenbower?
The average planning decision time near Maidenbower is 74 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 Maidenbower?
The planning approval rate near Maidenbower is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
How can I track planning applications near Maidenbower?
You can search and track planning applications near Maidenbower on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.