Southwater, West Sussex Planning Applications
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Planning data sourced from West Sussex council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Application for Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 8 to approved application DC/24/0289
Prior Approval for the erection of a single-storey rear larger home extension, which would project 5.10m from the rear elevation, comprising a maximum height of 3.50m and an eaves height of 2.40m
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About Southwater - Planning Applications & Local Development
Southwater is a sizable village and civil parish located in the Horsham District of West Sussex, England, with a population of around 10,000 residents. It falls under the jurisdiction of both Horsham District Council and West Sussex County Council, making it an important area for planning applications and local governance. The other has a population of approximately 11,948 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Horsham district.
Southwater covers an area of approximately 14.0 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 Southwater show an average sale price of £427,475, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Southwater a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Southwater has 20 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Southwater 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 Southwater, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.