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Planning in Bignor

Only 8 decisions near Bignor in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bignor in the last 24 months, from Horsham District Council's planning register.

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About Bignor

Bignor is a charming village and civil parish located in the Chichester district of West Sussex, approximately six miles north of Arundel. Nestled within the civil parish of Pulborough, it offers a unique rural setting that may impact local planning applications and development opportunities in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 104 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chichester district.

Bignor covers an area of approximately 4.7 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bignor area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Bignor a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Bignor has 23 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bignor planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Bignor, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Bignor.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (2), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bignor?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Bignor.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bignor?
The most common type of planning application near Bignor is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bignor?
You can search and track planning applications near Bignor on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.