How long do planning decisions take near Wiston?

The average planning decision time near Wiston is 95 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 Wiston?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Wiston?

The most common type of planning application near Wiston is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wiston?

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Wiston, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wiston, West Sussex.

West Sussex · England · settlement

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

About Wiston

Wiston is a dispersed village and civil parish located in the Horsham District of West Sussex, England. Situated 2.8 miles northwest of Steyning along the A283 road, Wiston may be of interest for planning applications due to its rural setting and proximity to surrounding communities.

Population: 223 (2021) · Area: 13.6 km²

District: Horsham

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £492,252 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Horsham
Parliamentary constituency: Arundel and South Downs
LSOA: Horsham 016B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wiston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wiston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Wiston.

- Hole Street Farmhouse Hole Street Wiston West Sussex BN44 3DH
Prior Notification for change of use of agricultural building to 4 nos dwellinghouses.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-05-15
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A brief summary of Wiston in West Sussex

Wiston covers an area of approximately 13.6 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 Wiston show an average sale price of £492,252, 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 Wiston a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Wiston includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: SOUTH DOWNS. 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 Wiston

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Wiston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 95 days.

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

With an average of 95 days, decisions near Wiston take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Wiston were outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

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