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Planning in Rudgwick

Approved
83%
10 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Rudgwick

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About Rudgwick

Rudgwick is a village and civil parish located in the Horsham District of West Sussex, England, approximately 6 miles west of Horsham, along the A281 road. The northern boundary of the parish demarcates the county line between Surrey and West Sussex, making it a strategic location for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,968 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Horsham district.

Rudgwick covers an area of approximately 24.7 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 Rudgwick show an average sale price of £427,475, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Rudgwick 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 Rudgwick a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Rudgwick has 19 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rudgwick 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.sherlox.org/rudgwick/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Rudgwick, 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, 42 planning applications were submitted near Rudgwick. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (5), listed building and heritage (4).

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 Rudgwick?
In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Rudgwick. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Rudgwick?
The average planning decision time near Rudgwick is 76 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 Rudgwick?
The planning approval rate near Rudgwick is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Rudgwick?
The most common type of planning application near Rudgwick is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Rudgwick?
You can search and track planning applications near Rudgwick on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.