Web design & development across West Sussex

West Sussex websites from just over the border.

NewWebsite is based in Horley, a stone's throw from Gatwick and right on the West Sussex border. Jack's web design career stretches back more than 20 years, and he helps businesses throughout the county, especially in Crawley, Horsham, East Grinstead and Mid Sussex. Expect fast, bespoke sites that win enquiries, backed by local SEO and friendly ongoing support.

  • Free consultation
  • No jargon
  • No obligation

Local web design

A web developer on the doorstep of north West Sussex

The north of West Sussex is a busy place to do business, and much of it revolves around Gatwick, which supports a wide network of suppliers, hotels and travel firms. Crawley's Manor Royal is a major business district full of offices, logistics firms and engineering companies, while neighbourhoods such as Three Bridges, Pound Hill and Maidenbower have their own parades of local shops and services. The M23 and A23 carry trade south towards Brighton, and commuter towns on the Brighton Main Line, including Haywards Heath and Burgess Hill, have established business parks of their own. Horsham, East Grinstead and Copthorne each add a distinctive mix of offices, independent shops and trades.

Beyond the towns, the county turns rural quickly. Villages such as Turners Hill, Cuckfield, Lindfield and Billingshurst support thriving independent businesses, and further south the South Downs, the cathedral city of Chichester and the coast from Worthing to Bognor Regis bring a very different mix of visitors and families. Whether your customers are aviation contractors or weekend walkers, they judge you by your website before they call. It needs to load quickly, look trustworthy and make it obvious what to do next.

Horley sits just over the border in Surrey, beside Gatwick and Crawley, so NewWebsite is closer to much of north West Sussex than many businesses within the county are to each other. Jack is glad to meet face to face in Crawley, Horsham, East Grinstead and across Mid Sussex. For clients towards the coast, projects run just as smoothly by phone, WhatsApp, email or video, and the person you speak to is the one building your site.

Services

Web design services for West Sussex businesses

Everything you need to look great online, get found on Google and turn visitors into customers, from one experienced developer.

Bespoke website design

Bespoke website design for West Sussex firms, from Manor Royal manufacturers to village shops. Each project starts with your customers and goals, then turns them into a sharp design that guides people to get in touch.

E-commerce websites

Online shops for producers, retailers and specialist suppliers across the county, whether you sell Sussex-made products to locals or ship nationwide. Secure checkout, simple stock management and a design that reflects your brand.

Web apps & custom development

Bespoke web apps, booking systems and customer portals for businesses whose processes off-the-shelf software can't handle. Useful for logistics, aviation-linked and service firms who need tools built around how they operate.

SEO & local search

Local SEO to lift your visibility in Google's map results for your own town and neighbouring villages, from Copthorne to Southwater. Technical groundwork, useful service pages and Google Business Profile support, explained clearly.

Website redesigns

A modern rebuild for dated or slow websites, keeping your existing content and search rankings safe during the move. Expect a cleaner design, faster loading and a site that's easy for you to update.

Hosting, care & support

Quick, secure hosting on UK servers, with updates and backups handled for you and a friendly, jargon-free line to your site's developer whenever you need a change.

Who I work with

West Sussex industries we build websites for

From the airport economy to rural estates, different parts of the county need very different websites.

  • 01

    Aviation, travel and airport services

    Gatwick-linked businesses such as parking, transfers, hotels and aviation contractors need quick, mobile-friendly sites where prices, directions and booking are clear to travellers searching on the move.

  • 02

    Logistics, engineering and B2B

    Companies on Manor Royal and the county's other business parks need websites that show exactly what they can deliver, reassure procurement teams and rank for the specialist services buyers search for.

  • 03

    Professional services

    Accountants, solicitors, HR consultants and IT support firms in Crawley, Horsham and East Grinstead need credible, well-structured sites that make expertise easy to understand and first contact simple.

  • 04

    Trades and construction

    Builders, electricians, plumbers and landscapers covering the towns and villages of the north of the county need project galleries, reviews front and centre and quick quote requests.

  • 05

    Hospitality, vineyards and venues

    Country pubs, wedding venues and vineyards across the Sussex countryside need rich imagery, booking and enquiry forms, and pages that reach couples and visitors planning a special occasion or a day out.

  • 06

    Healthcare and care services

    Clinics, dental practices, care homes and home care providers need reassuring, accessible websites with clear information for families, easy contact options and pages that appear in local searches.

Local SEO

Getting found across West Sussex

Almost nobody types the county name when they need a local service. They search for their town, their village or simply 'near me', and Google answers with three nearby businesses pinned on a map. Earning a place there takes a fully completed Google Business Profile, genuine reviews that keep arriving over time, contact details that match everywhere and a website that makes your services and service area crystal clear.

Search habits vary around the county. Crawley customers frequently narrow things down to their own neighbourhood, whether that's Pound Hill, Maidenbower or Three Bridges, while in Mid Sussex they tend to use their village name. Business buyers often add Gatwick or Crawley to a service search, and visitors heading for the Downs search by attraction or area. We'll shape your site around the searches your customers actually make, with a few strong, focused pages rather than a long list of thin ones. For coastal and countryside businesses, seasonal searches matter too, so we'll help you plan content around the times of year your customers are looking.

What West Sussex customers search for

  • IT support Crawley
  • airport parking Gatwick
  • dentist East Grinstead
  • electrician Maidenbower
  • cleaner Copthorne
  • wedding venue near Horsham

Your website and Google Business Profile, set up to show up for searches like these.

How it works

From first chat to launch in four simple steps

  1. 01

    Free consultation

    A relaxed chat by phone, WhatsApp, video or in person about your business, goals and budget.

  2. 02

    Clear proposal & quote

    A simple plan, timeline and itemised quote, so you know exactly what you're getting.

  3. 03

    Design & build

    See designs early and give feedback as it takes shape. Built mobile-first and ready for Google.

  4. 04

    Launch & grow

    Go live with Search Console and analytics set up, plus ongoing support whenever you need it.

Ready to win more work across West Sussex?

Book a free, no-obligation chat today. It only takes a few minutes.

FAQs

Web design in West Sussex: your questions answered

Can't see your question? Just ask. You'll always get a straight, jargon-free answer.

You're in Horley, which is in Surrey. Can you really help a West Sussex business?

Yes. Horley sits right on the county border, next to Gatwick and Crawley, so we're closer to much of north West Sussex than many firms based inside it. Jack can meet you face to face across Crawley, Horsham, East Grinstead and Mid Sussex, and works by phone or video with clients further south.

Do you build websites for businesses on Manor Royal?

Yes. Manor Royal firms are often B2B, so the website needs to explain capabilities, sectors served and accreditations clearly, and make it easy for buyers to get in touch. We can also build client portals, quoting tools or integrations with your existing systems.

How can a Gatwick-area business compete online with national brands?

By being clearer, faster and more local. Big brands and comparison sites dominate some searches, but a sharp website, a well-tended Google Business Profile, real reviews and useful local information can still win customers who want a trusted business nearby. We'll be realistic about where you can compete.

Can you help my business rank in Crawley neighbourhoods like Maidenbower or Pound Hill?

People in Crawley often search by neighbourhood, so where you really do cover those areas, we'll say so clearly in your content and Google Business Profile. Map results depend heavily on distance, so we'll focus on the neighbourhoods where you can realistically appear rather than making promises.

We're near Chichester or Worthing. Is that too far away?

Not at all. We'll be upfront that we're based in Horley, so in-person meetings on the coast are less frequent, but web projects work very well remotely. Planning, design reviews and training all happen easily over video, and you'll deal with Jack from start to finish.

Free quote

Let's build your new website.

Tell me a little about your West Sussex business and what you need. You'll get honest advice and a clear, no-obligation quote, with no pressure and no jargon.

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