How long do planning decisions take near Charlton?

The average planning decision time near Charlton is 106 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 Charlton?

The planning approval rate near Charlton is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Charlton?

The most common type of planning application near Charlton is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Charlton?

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Charlton, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Charlton, West Sussex.

West Sussex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Charlton are administered by Adur District Council. View the full Adur District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Charlton

Charlton is a quaint village located in the Chichester district of West Sussex, England, situated along the Singleton to East Dean road, approximately 5.3 miles (8.6 km) north of Chichester. As of the 2011 Census, its population is incorporated within the civil parish of Singleton, making it an integral part of the region's community and planning considerations.

District: Singleton

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £365,012 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Chichester
Parliamentary constituency: Chichester
LSOA: Chichester 006F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Charlton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Charlton.

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 Charlton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Charlton in West Sussex

Property prices in Charlton show an average sale price of £365,012, 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 Charlton a particularly low-crime area.

Charlton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Singleton, Charlton. 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 Charlton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Levin Down SSSI; 15 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.

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Planning Activity in Charlton

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Charlton. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 106 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Charlton.

With an average of 106 days, decisions near Charlton take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Charlton were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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