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Planning in Roffey

Approved
96%
44 of 46 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Roffey

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RH12 561 applications in the last 12 monthsRH13 623 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Horsham District Council

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About Roffey

Roffey, located in West Sussex, is a vibrant suburb of Horsham, positioned on the upper reaches of the River Arun and bordering the scenic Weald. Just 31 miles south-south-west of London and 18.5 miles from Brighton, Roffey enjoys proximity to key neighbouring towns, including Crawley to the north-east and Haywards Heath to the south-east. As part of the Horsham district, it serves as an important administrative hub, making it a significant area for planning applications and development opportunities. It sits within the North Horsham district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Roffey 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 Roffey a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Roffey, 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, 99 planning applications were submitted near Roffey. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (21), outline applications (9), tree works (9).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Roffey?
In the last 24 months, 99 planning applications were submitted near Roffey. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Roffey?
The average planning decision time near Roffey is 60 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 Roffey?
The planning approval rate near Roffey is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Roffey?
The most common type of planning application near Roffey is full planning applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Roffey?
You can search and track planning applications near Roffey on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.