How long do planning decisions take near Wineham?

The average planning decision time near Wineham is 121 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 Wineham?

The planning approval rate near Wineham is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wineham?

The most common type of planning application near Wineham is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wineham?

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Wineham, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wineham, West Sussex.

West Sussex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Wineham are administered by Adur District Council. View the full Adur District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Wineham

Wineham is a quaint hamlet located primarily within the Shermanbury civil parish in the Horsham district of West Sussex, England. Situated south of the A272 road, it lies about 2.5 miles northeast of Henfield. Known historically as Wyndham, Wineham features a local pub, the Royal Oak, adding to its charm and community atmosphere.

District: Shermanbury

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £576,254 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Horsham
Parliamentary constituency: Arundel and South Downs
LSOA: Horsham 014C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wineham.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wineham.

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 Wineham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Wineham.

- Land At Bob Lane Wineham Lane Wineham West Sussex BN5 9AY
Proposed barn and aquaponic fish shed and greenhouse.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-03-25
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- Land East Of Wineham Lane Wineham West Sussex BN5 9AY
Non Material Amendment to planning application DM/21/2276 - to change the wording of condition no 4.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-02-19
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- The Hatch Kent Street Cowfold West Sussex RH13 8BG
Erection of an ancillary building to be used as a private garage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Horsham | Date: 2025-12-19
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- Snakes Harbour Farm Kent Street Cowfold West Sussex RH13 8BG
Retention of existing (former dwellinghouse) building and change of use and conversion to general purpose agricultural building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Horsham | Date: 2025-05-16
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A brief summary of Wineham in West Sussex

Property prices in Wineham show an average sale price of £576,254, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Wineham a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Wineham includes 8 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Wineham

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Wineham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 121 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Wineham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 121 days, decisions near Wineham take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Wineham were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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