Upper Beeding, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Upper Beeding, West Sussex.
West Sussex · England · settlement
Planning applications in Upper Beeding are administered by Horsham District Council. View the full Horsham District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Upper Beeding
Upper Beeding is a village and civil parish in the Horsham District of West Sussex, situated at the northern end of the River Adur gap in the South Downs, just four miles from Shoreham-by-Sea. Spanning 1,877 hectares, it serves as a key bridging point over the river, with the nearby built-up areas of Bramber and Steyning enhancing its connectivity. The parish also encompasses the smaller village of Small Dole to the north and Edburton to the northeast, making it a significant location for planning applications in the region.
Population: 3,831 (2021) · Area: 18.8 km²
District: Horsham
Website: http://www.upperbeeding-pc.gov.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £492,252 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Horsham
- Parliamentary constituency: Arundel and South Downs
- LSOA: Horsham 016E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Upper Beeding.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Upper Beeding.
- 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 Upper Beeding based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
14 planning applications found near Upper Beeding.
- - Upper Beeding Pharmacy High Street Upper Beeding West Sussex BN44 3HZ
Variation of Conditions 7 and 9 to previously approved application DC/25/1766 (Erection of a raised platform for the stationing of a mobile coffee outlet. Erection of a timber storage structure, and s
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-07-02
View full details - - Upper Beeding Pharmacy High Street Upper Beeding West Sussex BN44 3HZ
Application for Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 3 and 4 to approved application DC/25/1766.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-07-02
View full details - - 67 Church Lane Upper Beeding Steyning West Sussex BN44 3HP
Erection of a single storey rear extension, installation of cladding to the front elevation gable and associated alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-05-01
View full details - - 1725 Cottage High Street Upper Beeding Steyning West Sussex BN44 3WN
Fell 1 x Blue Cedar.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - 25 Church Lane Upper Beeding West Sussex BN44 3HP
Erection of a first-floor front extension (at roof level).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - 51 Pound Lane Upper Beeding West Sussex BN44 3JB
Erection of garden room ancillary to the existing dwelling. (Lawful Development Certificate - Proposed).
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - 69 Pound Lane Upper Beeding West Sussex BN44 3JB
Erection of a single storey rear extension, and installation of front dormers and rooflights in connection with remodelling of existing dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - 15 Downland Road Upper Beeding West Sussex BN44 3JS
Prior Approval for the erection of a single storey rear larger home extension, which would project 4.00m from the rear elevation, comprising a maximum height of 3.75m and eaves height of 2.85m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-02-20
View full details - - 47 School Road Upper Beeding West Sussex BN44 3HY
Conversion of loft into habitable living space with the installation of a rear dormer, erection of a single storey rear extension, and alterations to the first floor front windows. (Certificate of Law
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - Throxenby High Street Upper Beeding West Sussex BN44 3TQ
Roof extensions and alterations, erection of a front bay window and porch, installation of black cladding and associated alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-01-13
View full details - - Upper Beeding Pharmacy High Street Upper Beeding West Sussex BN44 3HZ
Erection of a raised platform for the stationing of a mobile coffee outlet. Erection of a timber storage structure, and space for outdoor seating.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Horsham | Date: 2025-10-31
View full details - - 18 Manor Road Upper Beeding West Sussex BN44 3TJ
Variation of Condition 1 of previously approved application DC/25/0408 (Part retrospective application for the erection of a single storey rear extension, a single storey side extension, front canopy
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Horsham | Date: 2025-10-31
View full details - - Upper Beeding Pharmacy High Street Upper Beeding West Sussex BN44 3HZ
Fell 5x Fir (Works to Trees in a Conservation Area)
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Horsham | Date: 2024-05-27
View full details - - 26 Manor Road Upper Beeding West Sussex BN44 3TJ
Erection of a two-storey side extension, a single storey rear extension and front porch.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Horsham | Date: 2023-07-07
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A brief summary of Upper Beeding in West Sussex
Upper Beeding is a village and civil parish in the Horsham District of West Sussex, situated at the northern end of the River Adur gap in the South Downs, just four miles from Shoreham-by-Sea. Spanning 1,877 hectares, it serves as a key bridging point over the river, with the nearby built-up areas of Bramber and Steyning enhancing its connectivity. The parish also encompasses the smaller village of Small Dole to the north and Edburton to the northeast, making it a significant location for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,831 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Horsham district.
Upper Beeding covers an area of approximately 18.8 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 Upper Beeding show an average sale price of £492,252, 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 Upper Beeding a particularly low-crime area.
Upper Beeding has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Upper Beeding, Hyde Street, Bramber, Upper Beeding, High Street. 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 Upper Beeding includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Beeding Hill to Newtimber Hill SSSI; 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, Upper Beeding planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.upperbeeding-pc.gov.uk/. 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 Upper Beeding
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Upper Beeding. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Upper Beeding may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 57 days on average, decisions near Upper Beeding slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Upper Beeding were full planning applications (6), outline applications (5), discharge of conditions (5). Full planning applications account for 35% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Castle Town planning applications
- Bramber planning applications
- Botolphs planning applications
- Coombes planning applications
- Steyning planning applications
- Small Dole planning applications
- Edburton planning applications
- Old Shoreham planning applications
Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
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