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Planning in West Hoathly

Only 8 decisions near West Hoathly in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of West Hoathly in the last 24 months, from Mid Sussex District Council's planning register.

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About West Hoathly

West Hoathly is a picturesque village and civil parish in the Mid Sussex District of West Sussex, situated 3.5 miles southwest of East Grinstead. With a population of 2,181 as of the 2011 Census, the area encompasses the hamlets of Highbrook, Selsfield Common, and Sharpthorne, covering 2,139 hectares of predominantly rural landscape. The village, known for its historic hilltop settlement in the High Weald, offers a unique context for planning applications, reflecting its blend of natural beauty and community development. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,052 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mid Sussex district.

West Hoathly covers an area of approximately 21.4 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 West Hoathly show an average sale price of £413,306, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the West Hoathly 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 West Hoathly a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around West Hoathly has 23 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Hoathly 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.westhoathly.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near West Hoathly, 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, 21 planning applications were submitted near West Hoathly.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (4), amendments (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Hoathly?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near West Hoathly.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Hoathly?
The most common type of planning application near West Hoathly is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Hoathly?
You can search and track planning applications near West Hoathly on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.