How long do planning decisions take near Poynings?

The average planning decision time near Poynings is 66 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 Poynings?

The planning approval rate near Poynings is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Poynings?

The most common type of planning application near Poynings is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Poynings?

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Poynings, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Poynings, West Sussex.

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About Poynings

Poynings is a picturesque village and civil parish located within the South Downs National Park in West Sussex, England. Surrounded by the scenic beauty of the National Park, it is bordered by Brighton and Hove to the south, Fulking to the west, Newtimber to the east, and Albourne to the north. Planning applications in Poynings are managed by the South Downs National Park Authority (SDNPA), which oversees development within this protected area.

Population: 303 (2021) · Area: 6.7 km²

District: Mid Sussex

Website: http://www.poynings.net/

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Area Information

Admin district: Mid Sussex
Parliamentary constituency: Mid Sussex
LSOA: Mid Sussex 016D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Poynings.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Poynings based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Poynings.

- The Royal Oak Inn The Street Poynings West Sussex BN45 7AQ
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Provision of a moveable structure required temporarily in connection with the public house known as The Royal Oak Inn.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-02-27
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- Downmere Poynings Road Poynings West Sussex BN45 7AG
Erection of single-storey boot room extention. As part of the works, areas of existing rendered walling will be replaced with brickwork. Additional associated works included.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-01-20
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- Ivy Cottage Poynings Road Poynings West Sussex BN45 7AG
Erection of two storey side extension, one storey rear infill extension, front and rear dormers, internal alteration and associated works.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-09-13
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A brief summary of Poynings in West Sussex

Poynings covers an area of approximately 6.7 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Poynings a particularly low-crime area.

Poynings has one conservation area within its boundaries: Poynings. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Poynings includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Beeding Hill to Newtimber Hill SSSI; 19 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: SOUTH DOWNS. 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, Poynings planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.poynings.net/. 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 Poynings

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Poynings. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Poynings.

At 66 days on average, decisions near Poynings slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Poynings were full planning applications (3), tree works (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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