Sutton, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Sutton, West Sussex.
West Sussex · England · settlement
Planning applications in Sutton are administered by Chichester District Council. View the full Chichester District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Sutton
Sutton is a quaint village and civil parish located in the District of Chichester, West Sussex, approximately 4 miles south of Petworth and east of the A285 road. Covering an area of 920 hectares, Sutton had a population of 192 residents in 2001, with the 2011 Census also accounting for nearby Barlavington and Codmore Hill. The community's small size and rural character make it a unique area for planning applications, particularly in terms of residential development and local services.
Population: 159 (2021) · Area: 9.2 km²
District: Chichester
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £436,423 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Horsham
- Parliamentary constituency: Arundel and South Downs
- LSOA: Horsham 015A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Sutton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Sutton.
- 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 Sutton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
9 planning applications found near Sutton.
- - Townfields House Folly Lane Barlavington West Sussex GU28 0LG
Non-material amendment to planning permission SDNP/24/03519/CND - addition of 2 no. roof lights and amendments to openings.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-05-01
View full details - - Old School House School Lane Sutton West Sussex RH20 1PU
Reduce heights by 1-1.5m, reduce west, east and south (outer) sectors by 2m, reduce north (outer) sectors by up to 3m and crown lift by up to 2.5m (above ground level) on 2 no. Yew trees (T1 and T2) s
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - Townfields House Folly Lane Barlavington West Sussex GU28 0LG
Discharge of Condition 3 (schedule of materials) from planning permission SDNP/24/03519/CND.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - Townfields House Folly Lane Barlavington West Sussex GU28 0LG
Discharge of condition 3 from planning permission SDNP/24/03519/CND
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-11-12
View full details - - Browns House The Street Sutton West Sussex RH20 1PS
Notification of intention to fell 1 no. Cherry tree (T1).
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-10-03
View full details - - Old Manor House The Street Sutton West Sussex RH20 1PS
Modifications and replacement lean-to extension for existing Annex.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-09-03
View full details - - Forge House The Street Sutton West Sussex RH20 1PS
Replacement of 8 no. windows.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-04-17
View full details - - Hurst Cottage Barlavington Lane Sutton West Sussex RH20 1PL
Notification of intention to coppice (above ground level) on 1 no. Hazel tree (T1), remove 4 no. lowest limbs on northern sector (overhanging driveway) on 1 no. Lime tree (T2), reduce height by 1m and
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-11-01
View full details - - The Smithy The Street Sutton West Sussex RH20 1PS
Replacement gates and realignment of a small section of existing fence.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2023-11-29
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A brief summary of Sutton in West Sussex
Sutton is a quaint village and civil parish located in the District of Chichester, West Sussex, approximately 4 miles south of Petworth and east of the A285 road. Covering an area of 920 hectares, Sutton had a population of 192 residents in 2001, with the 2011 Census also accounting for nearby Barlavington and Codmore Hill. The community's small size and rural character make it a unique area for planning applications, particularly in terms of residential development and local services. The settlement has a population of approximately 159 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chichester district.
Sutton covers an area of approximately 9.2 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 Sutton show an average sale price of £436,423, 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 Sutton a particularly low-crime area.
Sutton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bignor, Sutton. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Sutton includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Duncton to Bignor Escarpment SSSI, Burton Park SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Duncton to Bignor Escarpment; 1 National Parks: SOUTH DOWNS. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sutton 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.
Planning Activity in Sutton
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Sutton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Sutton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Sutton were tree works (4), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Barlavington planning applications
- Sutton End planning applications
- Bignor planning applications
- West Burton planning applications
- Duncton planning applications
- Coates planning applications
- East Lavington planning applications
- Heath End planning applications
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