Washington, West Sussex Planning Applications
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Planning data sourced from West Sussex council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
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Installation and operation of wash plant and silt press - WSCC/019/26
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About Washington - Planning Applications & Local Development
Washington is a picturesque village and civil parish situated in the Horsham District of West Sussex, England. Nestled on the A24, it lies five miles west of Steyning and three miles east of Storrington, covering an area of 1,276 hectares. As of the 2011 Census, Washington had a population of 1,867 residents, with a notable portion actively participating in the local economy, making it an area of interest for planning applications and community development. The other has a population of approximately 2,127 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Horsham district.
Washington covers an area of approximately 12.8 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 Washington show an average sale price of £165,533, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Washington 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 Washington a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Washington has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Washington 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.wpc.org.uk/.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Washington, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.