World's End, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near World's End, West Sussex.
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Planning applications in World's End are administered by Mid Sussex District Council. View the full Mid Sussex District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About World's End
World's End is a notable neighbourhood within Burgess Hill, West Sussex, England, with its name believed to have originated during the 19th century railway expansion. The area was significant as the point where the 'up' and 'down' lines converged during the construction of the Brighton Main Line, making it a key location for transport planning in the region.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £426,630 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Mid Sussex
- Parliamentary constituency: Mid Sussex
- LSOA: Mid Sussex 014A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near World's End.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near World's End.
- 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 World's End based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
24 planning applications found near World's End.
- - 58 Bonnet Lane Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 0FQ
Proposed window to front elevation
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-06-18
View full details - DM/26/1516 - 25 The Nursery Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 0LF
Proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-06-18 - - 25 The Nursery Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 0LF
Proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-06-18
View full details - DM/26/1515 - 58 Bonnet Lane Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 0FQ
Proposed window to front elevation
Status: Undecided | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-06-18 - - 5 Johnson Drive Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 0TT
Oak Tree - Sectional dismantling and removal of tree.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-06-10
View full details - DM/26/1447 - 5 Johnson Drive Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 0TT
Oak Tree - Sectional dismantling and removal of tree.
Status: Undecided | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-06-10 - - 211 Junction Road Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 0NX
Proposed single storey rear/side extension. A single storey side return with pitch roof and velux windows adding bi-fold doors along the end of the house.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - 60 Cants Lane Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 0LS
Variation of condition nos. 2 and 3 of planning application DM/25/1954 - to allow for design changes.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-04-17
View full details - - 25 The Nursery Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 0LF
Proposed single storey flat roof rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - 53 Bonnet Lane Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 0FP
Proposed single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 21 Rolfe Drive Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 0LA
Demolition of existing rear extension to form new rear extension, side double extension with hipped roof and front infill corner extension over garage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 66 Janes Lane Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 0QR
Proposed brick wall to property boundary facing the road with Masonry piers, lighting and 2no. iron gates.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-03-06
View full details - - 7 Manor Close Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 0NN
Demolition of existing conservatory and erection of replacement single storey rear extension with changes to fenestration
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - Land Adjacent To 70 Kings Way Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 0TP
Oak tree next to the footpath near 70 Kings Way - crown thin by up to 25%.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - 23 Benjamin Way Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 0FG
Proposed pitched roof rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2025-12-22
View full details - - 46 Bonnet Lane Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 0FQ
Proposed front gable window.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2025-11-14
View full details - - 20 Beacon Crescent Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 0ZL
Proposed loft conversion with rear dormer and rooflights to front.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2025-10-07
View full details - - Land In Communal Area Adjacent To 12 Beacon Crescent Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 0ZL
T4 Oak - Reduce overall crown by approximately 3m leaving 4-5m and remove rubbing branch. T5 Oak - Fell double stem with bark inclusion and reduce remaining stem by at least 8m leaving 4-5m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2025-06-13
View full details - - 70 Kings Way Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 0TP
1 x Oak - To reduce crown by 1 - 1.5m and no further than previous cut points.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2025-02-28
View full details - - Community Centre 124 Wyvern Way Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 0GB
A free standing parcel locker to the left, outside main entrance.
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2025-02-28
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A brief summary of World's End in West Sussex
World's End is a notable neighbourhood within Burgess Hill, West Sussex, England, with its name believed to have originated during the 19th century railway expansion. The area was significant as the point where the 'up' and 'down' lines converged during the construction of the Brighton Main Line, making it a key location for transport planning in the region.
Property prices in World's End show an average sale price of £426,630, 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 World's End a particularly low-crime area.
World's End has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Silverdale Road and Birchwood Grove Road, St John's. 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 World's End includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ditchling Common SSSI; 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 World's End
In the last 24 months, 55 planning applications were submitted near World's End. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. World's End maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
At 57 days on average, decisions near World's End slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near World's End were full planning applications (23), tree works (9), discharge of conditions (7). 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 large-scale (major) development, 47 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 26 applications
- Refused: 2 applications
- Withdrawn: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 25 applications
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