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Planning in Watersfield

Approved
94%
29 of 29 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Watersfield

Watersfield is a quaint hamlet located in the Horsham District of West Sussex, England, positioned along the A29 road, approximately 3.1 miles southwest of Pulborough. As part of the civil parish of Coldwaltham, it had its population counted there during the 2011 Census, making it a small yet integral part of the region’s community and planning landscape. It sits within the Coldwaltham district.

Property prices in Watersfield 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 Watersfield 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 Watersfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Watersfield has 22 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Watersfield 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 Watersfield, 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, 48 planning applications were submitted near Watersfield. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), discharge of conditions (8), tree works (6).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Watersfield?
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Watersfield. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Watersfield?
The average planning decision time near Watersfield is 65 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 Watersfield?
The planning approval rate near Watersfield is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Watersfield?
The most common type of planning application near Watersfield is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Watersfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Watersfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.