Twineham, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Twineham, West Sussex.
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About Twineham
Twineham is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the Mid Sussex District of West Sussex, England, approximately eight kilometres west of Burgess Hill. Covering an area of 784 hectares, Twineham had a population of 306 according to the 2011 Census, with a notable portion of residents engaged in economic activities. This rural setting may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area.
Population: 348 (2021) · Area: 7.8 km²
District: Mid Sussex
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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: Mid Sussex
- Parliamentary constituency: Mid Sussex
- LSOA: Mid Sussex 016A
Crime Statistics
1 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Twineham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Twineham.
- 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 Twineham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Twineham.
- - 1 The Little Field Church Lane Twineham Haywards Heath West Sussex RH17 5NR
Proposed garage, with room above.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2024-09-05
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A brief summary of Twineham in West Sussex
Twineham is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the Mid Sussex District of West Sussex, England, approximately eight kilometres west of Burgess Hill. Covering an area of 784 hectares, Twineham had a population of 306 according to the 2011 Census, with a notable portion of residents engaged in economic activities. This rural setting may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 348 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Sussex district.
Twineham covers an area of approximately 7.8 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 Twineham show an average sale price of £492,826, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
Neighbourhood safety in Twineham is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Twineham includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Twineham planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.visionwebsites.co.uk/Contents/Text/Index.asp?SiteId=159&SiteExtra=19239063&TopNavId=333&NavSideId=1508. 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 Twineham
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Twineham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Twineham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 63 days on average, decisions near Twineham slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Twineham were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.