How long do planning decisions take near Worth Abbey?

The average planning decision time near Worth Abbey is 57 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 Worth Abbey?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Worth Abbey?

The most common type of planning application near Worth Abbey is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Worth Abbey?

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Worth Abbey, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Worth Abbey, West Sussex.

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Planning applications in Worth Abbey are administered by Crawley Borough Council. View the full Crawley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Worth Abbey

Worth Abbey, located near Turners Hill in West Sussex, is a Roman Catholic monastic community established in 1933, adhering to the Rule of St Benedict. Part of the English Benedictine Congregation, the abbey is home to a community of 21 monks as of 2020. Its presence may be relevant for planning applications in the area, especially those concerning community development and heritage.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £350,065 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Crawley
Parliamentary constituency: Crawley
LSOA: Crawley 004B

Crime Statistics

2 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

possession-of-weapons: 1
other-crime: 1

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Worth Abbey based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Worth Abbey.

- Worth Abbey Paddockhurst Road Turners Hill Crawley West Sussex RH10 4SB
Creation of a new welcome centre within the existing Narthex of the church and associated access changes within the external landscape, the creation of a library space within the existing refurbished
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2026-02-09
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- Worth School Paddockhurst Road Turners Hill Crawley West Sussex RH10 4SD
Installation of an emergency standby generator to be positioned on an external structural concrete base.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2025-07-11
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- Worth School Paddockhurst Road Turners Hill Crawley West Sussex RH10 4SD
Reinstatement of an existing kitchen and surrounding spaces recently damaged by fire. Replacement of external windows. Removal of 5 external roof lanterns and replacement with new flat roofs.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Sussex | Date: 2025-06-25
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A brief summary of Worth Abbey in West Sussex

Property prices in Worth Abbey show an average sale price of £350,065, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Worth Abbey is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Worth Abbey 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.

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Planning Activity in Worth Abbey

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Worth Abbey. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

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

At 57 days on average, decisions near Worth Abbey slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Worth Abbey were full planning applications (3). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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