How long do planning decisions take near Rapkyns?

The average planning decision time near Rapkyns is 95 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 Rapkyns?

The planning approval rate near Rapkyns is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Rapkyns?

The most common type of planning application near Rapkyns is discharge of conditions, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Rapkyns?

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Rapkyns, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Rapkyns, West Sussex.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £440,418 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Horsham
Parliamentary constituency: Horsham
LSOA: Horsham 002C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Rapkyns.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Rapkyns based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Rapkyns.

- Meadowhurst Lyons Road Slinfold West Sussex RH13 0QS
Application for Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 3, 4 And BNG Gain Plan DC/25/0196
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-04-17
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- Rapkyns Old Stable Guildford Road Broadbridge Heath West Sussex RH12 3PQ
Approval of details reserved by condition(s) 3 to approved application DC/25/0286.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-03-20
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- Broadview Guildford Road Broadbridge Heath West Sussex RH12 3PQ
Change of use of existing dwelling to provide 6 bedspaces for students with special educational needs with associated alterations (Full Planning)
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Horsham | Date: 2024-01-05
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A brief summary of Rapkyns in West Sussex

Rapkyns is a settlement located in West Sussex, England.

Property prices in Rapkyns show an average sale price of £440,418, 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 Rapkyns a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Rapkyns includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Slinfold Stream and Quarry SSSI; 18 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 Rapkyns

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Rapkyns. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 95 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Rapkyns may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 95 days, decisions near Rapkyns take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Rapkyns were discharge of conditions (8), full planning applications (3), outline applications (2).

In terms of development scale, 3 large-scale (major) developments, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.

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