Arundel, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Arundel, West Sussex.
West Sussex · England · Town
About Arundel
Arundel is a historic market town and civil parish located in the Arun District of West Sussex, nestled within the picturesque South Downs. Known for its charming architecture and vibrant community, Arundel is an area of interest for those researching planning applications, as it blends heritage with ongoing development opportunities.
Population: 3,500 (2021) · Area: 12.1 km²
District: Arun
Website: http://www.arundeltowncouncil.gov.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £450,190 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Arun
- Parliamentary constituency: Arundel and South Downs
- LSOA: Arun 001D
Crime Statistics
50 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- shoplifting: 18
- anti-social-behaviour: 11
- violent-crime: 8
- criminal-damage-arson: 4
- vehicle-crime: 4
- public-order: 2
- drugs: 1
- other-theft: 1
- possession-of-weapons: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Arundel.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Arundel.
- 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 Arundel based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
35 planning applications found near Arundel.
- - 19A High Street Arundel BN18 9AD
Listed building consent to repair and strengthen existing roof structure and reinstate tiled roof.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Arun | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - St Nicholas Parish Church London Road Arundel West Sussex BN18 9AT
Notification for the Installation of Telecoms Equipment in accordance with Regulation 5 of the Electronic Communications Code (Conditions and Restrictions) Regulations 2003 (as amended) - Installation
Status: Undecided | Type: Telecoms | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - 6 High Street Arundel BN18 9AB
Approval of details reserved by condition under AB/89/23/L relating to conditions 4- Method Statement (timberwork) and 5- Method Statement (infill panels).
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Arun | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - 1 Drill Hall Cottages London Road Arundel West Sussex BN18 9AS
2 large Oak tree in the rear garden of 1 Drill hall cottages. Reduce by 20%.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-02-27
View full details - - Maison Dieu South Side Mill Road Arundel West Sussex BN18 9PA
The provision on land of the existing moveable structures and plant required temporarily in connection with and for the duration of operations to be carried out on, in, under or over that land and on
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - Howth House 33 Tarrant Street Arundel BN18 9DG
Variation of condition 2 imposed under AB/79/25/HH in relation to approved plans.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Arun | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - Arundel War Memorial and Outside 5-7 High Street Arundel BN18 9AB
Adjoining Authority Consultation - Arun District Council (AB/148/25/PL) - Replacement of 3 No cast iron street lighting units. This application affects the setting of listed buildings, affects the cha
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-02-13
View full details - - Bay Tree House 16 Tarrant Street Arundel BN18 9DJ
Crown reduction to 1 No. Magnolia (T1) to leave a height of 6m and spread of 4m. Crown to be thinned by 15%. This tree is in the Arundel conservation area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Arun | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - Castle Lodge 36 High Street Arundel West Sussex BN18 9AB
Discahrge of Condition 4 (Rooflight) for SDNP/25/02753/HOUS.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-01-07
View full details - - 38 Maltravers Street Arundel BN18 9BU
Listed building consent for the replacement of 2 No existing external gates.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Arun | Date: 2026-01-07
View full details - - Castle Lodge 36 High Street Arundel West Sussex BN18 9AB
Discharge of conditions 4 (Joinery), 5 (Insulation Method Statement) and 6 (Rooflight), relating to Listed Building Consent SDNP/25/02754/LIS
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-12-29
View full details - - 15 Maltravers Street Arundel BN18 9AP
Ground floor rear bay window extension. (This application may affect the character and appearance of the Arundel Conservation Area).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Arun | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - - 15 Maltravers Street Arundel BN18 9AP
Listed building consent for ground floor rear bay window extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Arun | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - - 17A High Street Arundel BN18 9AD
Listed building consent for revised porch design following permission AB/10/25/L.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Arun | Date: 2025-09-08
View full details - - 17A and 19A High Street Arundel BN18 9AD
Listed building consent for the removal of a redundant chimney shared by 17A and 19A High Street.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Arun | Date: 2025-06-24
View full details - - 14 Park Place Arundel BN18 9BE
Lawful development certificate for the proposed refurbishment of wooden features (windows and doors) including new heritage double glazing in place of single, heritage glazing. Alterations to 1 No. ki
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Arun | Date: 2025-06-23
View full details - - 10 High Street Arundel BN18 9AB
Listed building consent for the demolition of existing rear extension and outbuilding and construction of new two storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Arun | Date: 2025-06-04
View full details - - 10 High Street Arundel BN18 9AB
Demolition of existing rear extension and outbuilding and construction of new two storey rear extension. This application affects the setting of listed buildings, affects the character and appearance
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Arun | Date: 2025-06-04
View full details - - Flat 1A 57 High Street Arundel BN18 9AJ
Listed building consent for a proposed Fire Lobby.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Arun | Date: 2025-06-02
View full details - - 18A Tarrant Street Arundel BN18 9DJ
Re-roofing and minor alterations to 2 No. domestic buildings. (This application may affect the character and appearance of the Arundel Conservation Area and a Listed Building).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Arun | Date: 2025-05-23
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A brief summary of Arundel in West Sussex
Arundel is a historic market town and civil parish located in the Arun District of West Sussex, nestled within the picturesque South Downs. Known for its charming architecture and vibrant community, Arundel is an area of interest for those researching planning applications, as it blends heritage with ongoing development opportunities. The Town has a population of approximately 3,500 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Arun district.
Arundel covers an area of approximately 12.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Arundel show an average sale price of £450,190, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
The Arundel area recorded 50 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.
Arundel has one conservation area within its boundaries: Arundel. 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 Arundel 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Arundel planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.arundeltowncouncil.gov.uk/. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Arundel
In the last 24 months, 49 planning applications were submitted near Arundel. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Arundel may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Arundel were full planning applications (15), listed building and heritage (11), tree works (8). Full planning applications account for 31% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 29 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 18 applications
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