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13 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Bracklesham · updated daily · Chichester District Council

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Planning in Bracklesham

Approved
86%
19 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Bracklesham

Postcode districts

PO20 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 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.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bracklesham 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 Bracklesham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Bracklesham has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Bracklesham, 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, 54 planning applications were submitted near Bracklesham. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bracklesham?
In the last 24 months, 54 planning applications were submitted near Bracklesham. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bracklesham?
The average planning decision time near Bracklesham is 56 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 Bracklesham?
The planning approval rate near Bracklesham is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bracklesham?
The most common type of planning application near Bracklesham is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bracklesham?
You can search and track planning applications near Bracklesham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.