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Planning in Small Dole

Approved
95%
36 of 37 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Small Dole

Small Dole is a village located in the Horsham District of West Sussex, England, situated along the A2037 road, just two miles south of Henfield. This quaint village offers a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications and development considerations. It sits within the Upper Beeding district.

Property prices in Small Dole show an average sale price of £638,505, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Small Dole 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 Small Dole a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Small Dole has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Small Dole 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 Small Dole, 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, 60 planning applications were submitted near Small Dole. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), discharge of conditions (15), outline applications (13). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Small Dole?
In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Small Dole. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Small Dole?
The average planning decision time near Small Dole is 72 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 Small Dole?
The planning approval rate near Small Dole is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Small Dole?
The most common type of planning application near Small Dole is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Small Dole?
You can search and track planning applications near Small Dole on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.