Bracklesham, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bracklesham, West Sussex.
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About Bracklesham
Bracklesham is a coastal area within the civil parish of East Wittering and Bracklesham in the Chichester district of West Sussex, located about six miles southwest of Chichester. This vibrant community includes Bracklesham itself and the eastern part of East Wittering, while the western half falls under West Wittering parish. Historically, East Thorney, a now-submerged area, was situated to the east of Bracklesham, offering a unique context for planning applications in this coastal region.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £497,510 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Chichester
- Parliamentary constituency: Chichester
- LSOA: Chichester 013A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bracklesham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bracklesham.
- 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 Bracklesham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
19 planning applications found near Bracklesham.
- - Velvet Strand East Bracklesham Drive Bracklesham Bay Chichester West Sussex PO20 8JH
First and ground floor extensions to north elevation. Roof and fenestration alterations, including change of roof material to metal. Dormer windows to east and west elevations. Refurbishment of proper
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - Arnos 5 First Avenue Bracklesham Bay Chichester West Sussex PO20 8LA
Single storey rear/side extension, front entrance porch, loft conversion including dormer and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - 14 Elm Close Bracklesham Bay Chichester West Sussex PO20 8HY
Extension of existing ground floor, roof and garage. 1 no. dormer to east side elevation, 1 no. dormer to west elevation and addition of rear gable and alterations to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - Hanneys West Bracklesham Drive Bracklesham Bay Chichester West Sussex PO20 8PH
Discharge of conditions 6 (Landscaping) and 16 (External Lighting) from planning permission EWB/26/00110/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - Debra 81 Stocks Lane East Wittering Chichester West Sussex PO20 8NU
Single storey front and rear extensions to include window change on first floor rear window and the addition of 2 no. window openings on ground floor north-west elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-01-29
View full details - - 25 Kestrel Close East Wittering Chichester West Sussex PO20 8PQ
Proposed side, single storey extension to provide snug room/guest bedroom.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - 7 Rowan Way Bracklesham Bay Chichester West Sussex PO20 8FA
Garage conversion and single storey rear extension to form annexe.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-12-17
View full details - - St Catherines West Bracklesham Drive Bracklesham Bay Chichester West Sussex PO20 8PH
Construction of 2 no. conservatories to rear elevation and alteration to existing fenestration. Infilling of existing second floor balcony and fitting of new rooflight. Raising height of pitched roof
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-12-12
View full details - - 4 Clappers Lane Bracklesham Chichester West Sussex PO20 8JB
Demolition of garden room and garage. Construction of 1.5 storey pitched roof side extension and rear dormer.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-10-05
View full details - - Benison Bracklesham Lane Bracklesham Bay Chichester West Sussex PO20 8JA
Erection of a rear link extension, change of loft space to habitable accommodation with 1 no. rear roof dormer.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-09-16
View full details - - 3 Beech Avenue Bracklesham Bay Chichester West Sussex PO20 8HU
Discharge of condition 3 from planning permission EWB/24/01573/DOM.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-05-26
View full details - - Taratu 27 Elm Close Bracklesham Bay Chichester West Sussex PO20 8HY
Addition of render to dwelling.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-05-19
View full details - - Arnos 5 First Avenue Bracklesham Bay Chichester West Sussex PO20 8LA
Single storey rear/side extension, canopy over front door, loft conversion including dormer and associated works - (variation of condition 2 of Planning Permission EWB/24/02598/DOM to increase size of
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-05-15
View full details - - Sandy Nook West Bracklesham Drive Bracklesham Bay Chichester West Sussex PO20 8PF
Single storey rear extension, two storey front extension, alterations and additions to the dwellinghouse.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - Arnos 5 First Avenue Bracklesham Bay Chichester West Sussex PO20 8LA
Single storey rear/side extension, canopy over front door, loft conversion including dormer and associated works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2024-11-13
View full details - - Gig House Stubcroft Lane East Wittering Chichester West Sussex PO20 8PJ
Alterations to external materials and fenestration to existing outbuilding, consented as an annexe accommodation under EWB/24/00531/DOM.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2024-10-04
View full details - - Beaconsfield Beech Avenue Bracklesham Bay Chichester West Sussex PO20 8HU
Alterations to existing garage/hobby room to create ancillary accommodation, including replacement of door with window on east elevation, replacement garage door with door and window on north elevatio
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2024-08-21
View full details - - Land To South Of Bracklesham Lane Car Park Bracklesham Lane Bracklesham Bay Chicheter PO20 8JH
Use of land for the siting of a trailer accommodating a mobile sauna.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2023-12-22
View full details - - Four Seasons West Bracklesham Drive Bracklesham Bay Chichester West Sussex PO20 8PF
Non material amendment to planning permission EWB/21/03518/DOM. Minor elevation changes including door and window amendment and front elevation balcony.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Chichester | Date: 2023-10-18
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A brief summary of Bracklesham in West Sussex
Bracklesham is a coastal area within the civil parish of East Wittering and Bracklesham in the Chichester district of West Sussex, located about six miles southwest of Chichester. This vibrant community includes Bracklesham itself and the eastern part of East Wittering, while the western half falls under West Wittering parish. Historically, East Thorney, a now-submerged area, was situated to the east of Bracklesham, offering a unique context for planning applications in this coastal region.
Property prices in Bracklesham show an average sale price of £497,510, 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 Bracklesham a particularly low-crime area.
Bracklesham has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Somerley, Earnley. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Bracklesham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bracklesham Bay SSSI; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent and Dorset Coast. 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, Bracklesham 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.
Planning Activity in Bracklesham
In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Bracklesham. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bracklesham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 69 days on average, decisions near Bracklesham slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Bracklesham were full planning applications (18), discharge of conditions (6), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 26 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- East Wittering planning applications
- Earnley planning applications
- Somerley planning applications
- Shipton Green planning applications
- Rookwood planning applications
- West Wittering planning applications
- Birdham planning applications
- West Itchenor planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.