How long do planning decisions take near Abingworth?

The average planning decision time near Abingworth is 58 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 Abingworth?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Abingworth?

The most common type of planning application near Abingworth is discharge of conditions, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Abingworth?

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Abingworth, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Abingworth, West Sussex.

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

About Abingworth

Thakeham is a picturesque village and civil parish in the Horsham District of West Sussex, located north of the South Downs. Approximately 12 miles southwest of Horsham and 11 miles from the coast at Worthing, it encompasses the hamlets of Abingworth and Goose Green within its 1,170.6-hectare area. This tranquil setting may offer unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £580,310 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Chichester
Parliamentary constituency: Arundel and South Downs
LSOA: Chichester 005B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Abingworth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Abingworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Abingworth.

- Land To The North of High Bar Lane Thakeham West Sussex
Variation of Condition 1 and Removal of Conditions 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 37, 38, 39, 44, 45 and 46 of previously approved application DC/23/2152 (Erection of 28 dwellings and associated engineering oper
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Horsham | Date: 2026-02-05
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- 43 Chestnut Drive Thakeham West Sussex RH20 3QX
Retention of greenhouse and pergola, and the erection of front trellis fencing and alterations to west fenestration.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Horsham | Date: 2025-10-27
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- 9 Furze Common Road Thakeham West Sussex RH20 3EG
Change of use of existing garden room from a studio to be used as an overnight guest room (Class C3).
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Horsham | Date: 2024-02-22
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A brief summary of Abingworth in West Sussex

Property prices in Abingworth show an average sale price of £580,310, 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 Abingworth a particularly low-crime area.

Abingworth has one conservation area within its boundaries: Thakeham. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Abingworth includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Sullington Warren SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Abingworth

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Abingworth. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

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

At 58 days on average, decisions near Abingworth slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Abingworth were discharge of conditions (7), full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (3).

In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 1 medium-scale application, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.

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