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Planning in Tilgate

Approved
85%
52 of 58 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Tilgate in the last 24 months, from Crawley Borough Council's planning register.

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About Tilgate

Tilgate is a diverse neighbourhood in Crawley, West Sussex, featuring a blend of privately developed housing, self-build projects, and former council homes. It is strategically located, sharing borders with Furnace Green to the northeast, Southgate to the northwest, and Broadfield to the southwest, making it a key area for planning applications and development activities.

Property prices in Tilgate show an average sale price of £375,786, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Tilgate 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 Tilgate a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Tilgate has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Tilgate 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Tilgate, 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, 89 planning applications were submitted near Tilgate. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Tilgate?
In the last 24 months, 89 planning applications were submitted near Tilgate. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Tilgate?
The average planning decision time near Tilgate is 48 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 Tilgate?
The planning approval rate near Tilgate is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
How can I track planning applications near Tilgate?
You can search and track planning applications near Tilgate on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.