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Planning in Steyning

Approved
95%
35 of 36 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Steyning

Steyning is a picturesque town and civil parish situated in the Horsham district of West Sussex, England. Nestled at the northern end of the River Adur gap within the South Downs, it lies just four miles north of the coastal town of Shoreham-by-Sea, making it an attractive location for both residential and development planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,836 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Horsham district.

Steyning covers an area of approximately 15.7 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 Steyning show an average sale price of £492,252, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Steyning 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 Steyning a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Steyning has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Steyning 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.steyningsouthdowns.com/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Steyning, 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, 94 planning applications were submitted near Steyning. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (16), discharge of conditions (13), full planning applications (6). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Steyning?
In the last 24 months, 94 planning applications were submitted near Steyning. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Steyning?
The average planning decision time near Steyning is 63 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 Steyning?
The planning approval rate near Steyning is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Steyning?
The most common type of planning application near Steyning is listed building consent applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Steyning?
You can search and track planning applications near Steyning on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.