Bosham, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bosham, West Sussex.
West Sussex · England · settlement
Planning applications in Bosham are administered by Chichester District Council. View the full Chichester District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Bosham
Bosham is a picturesque coastal village and civil parish located in the Chichester District of West Sussex, approximately 2 miles west of Chichester. Nestled on a broad peninsula that extends into the scenic Chichester Harbour, Bosham features its own harbour and inlet, making it a unique area for potential planning applications and developments related to coastal and marine activities.
Population: 2,969 (2021) · Area: 13.8 km²
District: Chichester
Website: http://www.bosham.org/parishcouncil/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £365,012 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Chichester
- Parliamentary constituency: Chichester
- LSOA: Chichester 011A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bosham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bosham.
- 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 Bosham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
13 planning applications found near Bosham.
- - Apple Tree Cottage Bosham Lane Bosham Chichester West Sussex PO18 8HP
Partial removal of low front wall and hedge, installation of dropped kerb and permeable surfaced driveway.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - 20 Merryweather Road Bosham Chichester West Sussex PO18 8HJ
Single storey rear extension and rear dormer. Addition of 3 no. roof lights to front (south west) roof elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - Little Mead Sunnyway Bosham Chichester West Sussex PO18 8HQ
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - Redfern House Bosham Lane Bosham Chichester West Sussex PO18 8HP
Discharge of Condition 3 (boundary treatments) of householder planning permission BO/24/02029/DOM.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - 20 Merryweather Road Bosham Chichester West Sussex PO18 8HJ
Rear single storey extension, new front porch, new dormers and internal and external associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-10-15
View full details - - Southfield Industrial Park Delling Lane Bosham Chichester West Sussex PO18 8NW
Erection of 2.0m high boundary fence on the north, south, and west boundaries.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-09-17
View full details - - The Retreat Moreton Road Bosham Chichester West Sussex PO18 8LL
Single storey extension to south-east elevation and replacement front porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-02-28
View full details - - Myll Lodge Bosham Lane Bosham Chichester West Sussex PO18 8HP
Discharge of condition 3 (Material Samples) of permission 21/01810/FUL.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Chichester | Date: 2024-01-31
View full details - - Myll Lodge Bosham Lane Bosham West Sussex PO18 8HP
Discharge of Condition 5 (hard and soft landscaping) of planning permission BO/21/01810/FUL.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Chichester | Date: 2024-01-31
View full details - - Southfield Industrial Park Delling Lane Bosham Chichester West Sussex PO18 8NN
Crown reduce by up to 5m (50%) on 52 no. Poplar trees within Area, A1 subject to BO/99/00088/TPO.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Chichester | Date: 2023-11-29
View full details - - Downs View Bosham Lane Bosham Chichester West Sussex PO18 8HG
Single storey extension to northwest and first floor roof terrace. (Variation of condition 2 of permission 22/03005/DOM - design changes)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2023-09-19
View full details - - Broadbridge Farm House Delling Lane Bosham Chichester West Sussex PO18 8NN
Amendment to footprint of proposed gym building - variation of condition 2 to planning permission BO/23/00902/DOM - Erection of a single storey timber framed garden gym/studio building and an adjacent
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2023-09-06
View full details - - 30 Critchfield Road Bosham Chichester West Sussex PO18 8HH
Removal of existing sunroom and kitchen extension to rear of house, replacement with enlarged kitchen / Dining room. Conversion of carport to side. Rear first floor extension over half of the proposed
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2023-09-05
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A brief summary of Bosham in West Sussex
Bosham is a picturesque coastal village and civil parish located in the Chichester District of West Sussex, approximately 2 miles west of Chichester. Nestled on a broad peninsula that extends into the scenic Chichester Harbour, Bosham features its own harbour and inlet, making it a unique area for potential planning applications and developments related to coastal and marine activities. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,969 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chichester district.
Bosham covers an area of approximately 13.8 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 Bosham show an average sale price of £365,012, 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 Bosham a particularly low-crime area.
Bosham has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bosham. 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 Bosham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Chichester Harbour SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Chichester Harbour; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Solent Maritime; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Chichester and Langstone Harbours; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Chichester and Langstone Harbours. 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, Bosham planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.bosham.org/parishcouncil/. 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 Bosham
In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Bosham. 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 Bosham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 58 days on average, decisions near Bosham slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Bosham were full planning applications (12), discharge of conditions (8), outline applications (4). Full planning applications account for 34% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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