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Planning in Broadwater

Approved
87%
112 of 123 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Broadwater

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About Broadwater

Broadwater is a vibrant neighbourhood within Worthing, West Sussex, nestled between the picturesque South Downs and the English Channel. Formerly an independent parish, it played a key role in Worthing's development from a small fishing hamlet to the town it is today. Incorporated into the Borough of Worthing in 1902, Broadwater shares borders with Tarring to the west, Sompting to the east, and East Worthing to the south-east, making it an integral part of the region's planning landscape. The settlement has a population of approximately 9,373. It sits within the Worthing district.

The area around Broadwater has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Broadwater 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 Broadwater, 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, 153 planning applications were submitted near Broadwater. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (52), outline applications (25), tree works (19).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Broadwater?
In the last 24 months, 153 planning applications were submitted near Broadwater. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Broadwater?
The average planning decision time near Broadwater is 77 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 Broadwater?
The planning approval rate near Broadwater is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Broadwater?
The most common type of planning application near Broadwater is full planning applications, with 52 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Broadwater?
You can search and track planning applications near Broadwater on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.