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Planning in Boxgrove

Approved
69%
9 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

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

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Around Boxgrove

Postcode districts

PO18 403 applications in the last 12 monthsPO20 550 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Chichester District Council

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About Boxgrove

Boxgrove is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Chichester District of West Sussex, approximately 3.5 miles northeast of Chichester. Nestled just south of the A285 road, which traces the historic Roman road Stane Street, Boxgrove offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a notable area for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,010 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chichester district.

Boxgrove covers an area of approximately 11.7 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

The area around Boxgrove has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Boxgrove 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 Boxgrove, 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, 34 planning applications were submitted near Boxgrove. Of these, 69% were approved, with an average decision time of 97 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), tree works (2), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Boxgrove?
In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Boxgrove. The approval rate is 69%.
How long do planning decisions take near Boxgrove?
The average planning decision time near Boxgrove is 97 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 Boxgrove?
The planning approval rate near Boxgrove is 69%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Boxgrove?
The most common type of planning application near Boxgrove is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Boxgrove?
You can search and track planning applications near Boxgrove on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.