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West Hoathly, West Sussex Planning Applications

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Planning data sourced from West Sussex council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About West Hoathly - Planning Applications & Local Development

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 other 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/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near West Hoathly, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.