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Planning in Thakeham

Approved
80%
12 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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About Thakeham

Thakeham is a picturesque village and civil parish in the Horsham District of West Sussex, situated north of the South Downs. Located about 12 miles southwest of Horsham and 11 miles from the coast at Worthing, it includes the hamlets of Abingworth and Goose Green, covering a land area of 1,170.6 hectares. Its proximity to larger settlements like Storrington makes it an attractive area for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,382 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Horsham district.

Thakeham covers an area of approximately 11.7 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 Thakeham show an average sale price of £580,310, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Thakeham 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 Thakeham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Thakeham has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Thakeham 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.thakehamparish.co.uk/Contents/Text/Index.asp?SiteId=916&SiteExtra=20039844&TopNavId=48&NavSideId=12787.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Thakeham, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Thakeham. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 90 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), outline applications (5), discharge of conditions (5). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Thakeham?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Thakeham. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Thakeham?
The average planning decision time near Thakeham is 90 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 Thakeham?
The planning approval rate near Thakeham is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Thakeham?
The most common type of planning application near Thakeham is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Thakeham?
You can search and track planning applications near Thakeham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.