How many planning applications has Chichester District Council received?

Chichester District Council received 885 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 81%.

How long does Chichester District Council take to decide planning applications?

Chichester District Council takes an average of 55 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for Chichester District Council?

Chichester District Council approves 81% of planning applications. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

How do I object to a planning application in Chichester District Council?

To object to a Chichester District Council planning application, you must submit your representation to Chichester District Council during the public consultation period — typically 21 days from the date the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows you the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Chichester District Council planning portal where objections can be submitted.

Can I appeal a Chichester District Council planning decision?

Yes. If Chichester District Council refuses your planning application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 730 appeals were lodged against Chichester District Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 33% success rate.

Chichester District Council Planning Applications

Q: How do I search Chichester District Council planning applications?

You can search Chichester District Council planning applications by postcode on Planning Signal. Enter any postcode in the Chichester District Council area to see all nearby applications, filter by type, and track decisions in real time.

Search and explore Chichester District Council planning applications. Planning Signal is your free alternative to the Chichester District Council planning portal — search all recent applications, track decisions, and get alerts on new developments in the area.

Region: South East

About Chichester District Council

Chichester District Council governs a vibrant local government district in West Sussex, England, with the city of Chichester serving as its administrative centre. The district encompasses notable towns such as Midhurst, Petworth, and Selsey, alongside picturesque rural areas and villages. Home to part of the South Downs National Park and the scenic Chichester Harbour, designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the district had a population of 124,531 as of the 2021 census, making it a key area for planning applications and development initiatives.

Council Planning Features

Planning Applications - Browse all applications submitted to Chichester District Council, filterable by status, type, and size
Planning Activity Summary - Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Chichester District Council
Keyword Scorecard - See how often applications in Chichester District Council mention key planning constraints like heritage, flood risk, and environmental concerns
Council Boundary Map - Interactive map showing the council boundary and application locations
Full Details - View complete application details, dates and decision status

Council Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £445,418 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Horsham
Parliamentary constituency: Arundel and South Downs
LSOA: Horsham 013A

Crime Statistics

17 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 5
criminal-damage-arson: 4
other-theft: 3
public-order: 2
possession-of-weapons: 1
shoplifting: 1
violent-crime: 1

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications in Chichester District Council.

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 Chichester District Council based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in Chichester District Council

501 towns and villages. Click any town to search for planning applications nearby.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings in the Chichester District Council area.

Monitoring Stations

9 flood monitoring stations near Chichester District Council.

Littlehampton (River Arun)
Arundel (River Arun)
Houghton Bridge (River Arun)
Bognor (Aldingbourne Rife)
Ferring Outfall (River Arun)
Barnham (Barnham Rife)
FERRING RIFE RL
SHRIPNEY RL
Rainfall station

A brief summary of Chichester District Council

The average property sale price in the Chichester District Council area is £445,418, based on 50 recent transactions.

There were 17 crimes reported in the Chichester District Council area during the most recent period, a moderate level broadly in line with similar areas.

Conservation Areas

There are 26 designated conservation areas within the Chichester District Council area. Planning applications within or near these areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve architectural and historic character. Permitted development rights may be restricted.

Conservation areas include: Plaistow, Camelsdale and Hammer, Chichester, Prinsted, Mid and East Lavant, Graylingwell, Kirdford, Wisborough Green, Westbourne, Halnaker, and 16 more.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The Chichester District Council area includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Arundel Park 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.

The council area encompasses 501 towns and villages, including Arundel, Billingshurst, Bognor Regis, Burgess Hill, Chichester and Crawley. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search Chichester District Council Planning Applications

Planning Signal provides a free, fast planning search for Chichester District Council. Use the postcode search above to find planning applications near any address in the Chichester District Council area. Unlike the official Chichester District Council planning portal, Planning Signal lets you save searches, watch individual applications, and receive email alerts when decisions are made or new applications are submitted nearby.

Whether you're a resident checking Chichester District Council planning applications near your home, a homeowner tracking your own application, or a property professional monitoring the local market, Planning Signal gives you the tools to stay informed about planning and development across Chichester District Council.

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 885 planning applications Chichester District Council received. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile in Chichester District Council.

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types in Chichester District Council were full planning applications (231), discharge of conditions (197), tree works (116). Full planning applications account for 26% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 9 large-scale (major) developments, 20 medium-scale applications, 715 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

730 planning appeals were lodged against Chichester District Council decisions, of which 182 were allowed and 367 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 312 applications
Refused: 50 applications
Withdrawn: 22 applications
Awaiting decision: 501 applications

Related Planning Guides

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What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.