How long do planning decisions take near Staplefield?

The average planning decision time near Staplefield is 45 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 Staplefield?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Staplefield?

The most common type of planning application near Staplefield is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Staplefield?

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Staplefield, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Staplefield, West Sussex.

West Sussex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Staplefield are administered by Adur District Council. View the full Adur District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Staplefield

Staplefield is a charming village located in the Mid Sussex District of West Sussex, England, approximately 6 kilometres (3.7 miles) north-west of Haywards Heath, along the B2114 road. It forms part of the Ansty and Staplefield civil parish, which provides demographic insights from the 2011 Census, making it a relevant area for planning applications and local development considerations.

District: Ansty and Staplefield

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £492,826 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Lewes
Parliamentary constituency: East Grinstead and Uckfield
LSOA: Lewes 002A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Staplefield.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Staplefield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Staplefield.

- St Marks Primary School Brantridge Lane Staplefield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH17 6EN
Retrospective application for installation of a new timber flat roof structure at a higher level to the existing lead-lined valley.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-02-03
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- Rosebank Handcross Road Staplefield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH17 6EJ
Variation of condition 3 of planning application DM/15/1421 - to state use by Medlars not Rosebank. This annexe is to remain an annex for use by Medlars.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2025-03-17
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- St Marks Primary School Brantridge Lane Staplefield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH17 6EN
The proposed project is to undertake roofing works to include the replacement of associated window locally to the roof areas.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2024-04-26
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A brief summary of Staplefield in West Sussex

Property prices in Staplefield show an average sale price of £492,826, 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 Staplefield a particularly low-crime area.

Staplefield has one conservation area within its boundaries: Staplefield. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Staplefield includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cow Wood and Harry's Wood SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): High Weald. 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 Staplefield

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Staplefield. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

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

The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Staplefield were discharge of conditions (5), tree works (2), amendments (2).

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