Whitemans Green, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Whitemans Green, West Sussex.
West Sussex · England · settlement
About Whitemans Green
Whiteman's Green is situated in the northern part of Cuckfield, a civil parish in Mid Sussex, West Sussex, England. Nestled on the southern slopes of the Weald, it lies two miles west of Haywards Heath and is bordered by Cuckfield Rural. The area, designated as a conservation zone in 1989, features five listed buildings, with the oldest dating back to the 15th century, making it a significant location for heritage and planning considerations. The population of Whiteman's Green was included in the 2011 Census data for Burgess Hill.
District: Cuckfield
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £492,826 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Mid Sussex
- Parliamentary constituency: East Grinstead and Uckfield
- LSOA: Mid Sussex 007F
Crime Statistics
15 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 5
- burglary: 3
- anti-social-behaviour: 2
- public-order: 2
- drugs: 1
- other-theft: 1
- possession-of-weapons: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Whitemans Green.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Whitemans Green.
- 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 Whitemans Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Whitemans Green.
- - Chilcotts Whitemans Green Cuckfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH17 5BZ
Non Material Amendment to application DM/25/2840 - First floor changes have now been omitted. Only ground floor side and rear extensions being done.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - 4 Ivy Cottages Tollgate Lane Whitemans Green Cuckfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH17 5DJ
Proposed reinstatement of fireplace in living room, creation of new internal opening between kitchen and dining room, and replacement of canopy to front door
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - - 17 Barrowfield Cuckfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH17 5ER
Remove existing rear conservatory extension and build new single storey rear extension extending beyond the rear wall of the original house by 4.80m, to a maximum height of 3.70m and the height of the
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - Land Behind 5 And 6 The Dell Cuckfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH17 5AD
Ash tree - Fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2025-10-22
View full details - - Wayside Ardingly Road Cuckfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH17 5HF
Non Material Amendment to application DM/25/0679 : Proposed rear single storey extension and side single storey extension, both with pitched roof to match existing roof. The proposed works also includ
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2025-07-30
View full details - - The Co-operative Food Whitemans Green Cuckfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH17 5BY
New plant in rear yard within new ACE acoustic enclosure. Construct new single storey flat roof extension. New Steel security door. New ventilation. New external LED lighting to replace existing. Shop
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2025-07-14
View full details - - 7 Bylanes Crescent Cuckfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH17 5HA
New single storey front porch extension comprising extension of existing entrance hall and relocation of existing front door. Alterations of paved driveway and footpath to incorporate access past new
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2025-03-07
View full details - - 9 Bylanes Crescent Cuckfield Haywards Heath West Sussex RH17 5HA
Proposed two storey side extension (amended plan with bathroom windows annotated to be obscure glazed received 29/07)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2024-06-26
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A brief summary of Whitemans Green in West Sussex
Whiteman's Green is situated in the northern part of Cuckfield, a civil parish in Mid Sussex, West Sussex, England. Nestled on the southern slopes of the Weald, it lies two miles west of Haywards Heath and is bordered by Cuckfield Rural. The area, designated as a conservation zone in 1989, features five listed buildings, with the oldest dating back to the 15th century, making it a significant location for heritage and planning considerations. The population of Whiteman's Green was included in the 2011 Census data for Burgess Hill. It sits within the Cuckfield district.
Property prices in Whitemans Green show an average sale price of £492,826, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were 15 crimes reported in the Whitemans Green area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.
Whitemans Green has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Whitemans Green, Cuckfield. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Whitemans Green includes 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, Whitemans Green 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.
Planning Activity in Whitemans Green
In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Whitemans Green. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Whitemans Green may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Whitemans Green were full planning applications (11), discharge of conditions (11), listed building and heritage (4). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.