Burpham, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Burpham, West Sussex.
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Planning applications in Burpham are administered by Arun District Council. View the full Arun District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Burpham
Burpham is a quaint rural village and civil parish located in the Arun District of West Sussex, England. Nestled on an arm of the River Arun, it lies just under 2 miles northeast of Arundel, offering a picturesque setting that may influence local planning applications and developments in the area.
Population: 172 (2021) · Area: 12.4 km²
District: Arun
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £451,199 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Arun
- Parliamentary constituency: Bognor Regis and Littlehampton
- LSOA: Arun 006A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Burpham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Burpham.
- 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 Burpham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
10 planning applications found near Burpham.
- - Wepham, Arundel View The Street Burpham West Sussex BN18 9RA
To erect a 8 ft high by 8 ft wide fence at the bottom of the garden on the right hand side
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-07-03
View full details - - Perry Hill Water Service Reservoir Warningcamp West Sussex
Proposed construction of three new temporary passing bays and one widened existing passing bay along an unclassified road/track between Burpham and Perry Hill Water Service Reservoir, under permitted
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-06-03
View full details - - Ilex Cottage The Street Burpham West Sussex BN18 9RJ
T1 - Ilex Oak - 2m Radial spread reduction on all aspects from 8m to 6m. 3m Height reduction from 18m to 15m.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-03-18
View full details - - 103 Wepham, May Cottage The Splash Burpham West Sussex BN18 9RE
To fell Fraxinus excelsior (Common Ash) located at rear of garden.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - 5 Council Cottages Wepham The Splash Burpham West Sussex BN18 9RF
To install a summerhouse at the end of the garden.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - Lowesden House The Street Burpham West Sussex BN18 9RH
Construction of rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-01-07
View full details - - Lample House Wepham The Street Burpham West Sussex BN18 9RA
Installation of PV solar panels to the southern roof slope of the shed, the eastern roof slope of the main house, and eastern roof slope of the garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - Brook Lea The Street Burpham West Sussex BN18 9RH
Removal of ivy covered Leylandii stumps.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-11-22
View full details - - 96 Wepham The Street Burpham West Sussex BN18 9RA
Rear extension (demolish existing conservatory)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-07-15
View full details - - 105 Wepham The Street Burpham West Sussex BN18 9RA
Extension to existing garage and solar panel installation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2023-12-27
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A brief summary of Burpham in West Sussex
Burpham is a quaint rural village and civil parish located in the Arun District of West Sussex, England. Nestled on an arm of the River Arun, it lies just under 2 miles northeast of Arundel, offering a picturesque setting that may influence local planning applications and developments in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 172 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Arun district.
Burpham covers an area of approximately 12.4 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 Burpham show an average sale price of £451,199, 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 Burpham a particularly low-crime area.
Burpham has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Warningcamp, Burpham and Wepham. 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 Burpham includes 7 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: SOUTH DOWNS. 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, Burpham 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 Burpham
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Burpham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Burpham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Burpham were full planning applications (6), tree works (4), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 55% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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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.