West Hoathly, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near West Hoathly, West Sussex.
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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.
Population: 2,052 (2021) · Area: 21.4 km²
District: Mid Sussex
Website: http://www.westhoathly.gov.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £470,020 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Mid Sussex
- Parliamentary constituency: East Grinstead and Uckfield
- LSOA: Mid Sussex 004E
Crime Statistics
8 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- anti-social-behaviour: 2
- criminal-damage-arson: 2
- violent-crime: 2
- burglary: 1
- other-theft: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near West Hoathly.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near West Hoathly.
- 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 West Hoathly based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near West Hoathly.
- - West Hoathly Primary School North Lane West Hoathly East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 4QG
Erection of pergola.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - St Dunstans Cottage North Lane West Hoathly East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 4QF
Non Material Amendment to planning application DM/23/2927 - Change of material for the surface of the driveway, setting out of the brick retaining wall, and detail of the timber fence.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - Sun House Highbrook Lane West Hoathly East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 4PJ
Proposed erection of a new one storey garden outbuilding in place of the existing shed
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - Glebe House Church Hill West Hoathly East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 4PW
Discharge of planning conditions 3,4 and 5 relating to planning application DM/25/1217.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2025-09-22
View full details - - 5 And 6 Hoathly Hill West Hoathly East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 4SJ
Retrospective development for part single and part two storey, side extension. 2 no. dormers and balcony to southern, rear pitch of existing roof. Porch extension to no.5 and no.6 Hoathly Hill.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2024-06-26
View full details - - Pericles 18 Hoathly Hill West Hoathly East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 4SJ
Erection of oak framed orangery following the removal of a porch
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2024-06-07
View full details - - Upper Pendent North Lane West Hoathly East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 4PP
Discharge of conditions 3 and 5 relating to planning application DM/23/1031.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2024-03-22
View full details - - Upper Pendent North Lane West Hoathly East Grinstead West Sussex RH19 4PP
Discharge of conditions 3 and 5 relating to planning application DM/23/1032.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2024-03-22
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A brief summary of West Hoathly in West Sussex
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 £470,020, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were 8 crimes reported in the West Hoathly area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.
West Hoathly has one conservation area within its boundaries: West Hoathly. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 West Hoathly includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Philpot's and Hook Quarries SSSI, West Hoathly SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): High Weald. 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, West Hoathly planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.westhoathly.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 West Hoathly
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near West Hoathly. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near West Hoathly.
At 57 days on average, decisions near West Hoathly slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near West Hoathly were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (4), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 42% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
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