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Planning in Chiddingfold

Approved
97%
29 of 30 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Chiddingfold in the last 24 months, from Waverley Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Chiddingfold

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About Chiddingfold

Chiddingfold is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Weald of Surrey's Waverley district, situated along the A283 road between Milford and Petworth. The parish encompasses several charming hamlets, including Ansteadbrook, High Street Green, and Combe Common, making it a quaint area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,942 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Waverley district.

Chiddingfold covers an area of approximately 28.2 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

The area around Chiddingfold has 22 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chiddingfold 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 Chiddingfold, 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, 45 planning applications were submitted near Chiddingfold. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (24), outline applications (5), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chiddingfold?
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Chiddingfold. The approval rate is 97%.
How long do planning decisions take near Chiddingfold?
The average planning decision time near Chiddingfold is 66 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 Chiddingfold?
The planning approval rate near Chiddingfold is 97%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Chiddingfold?
The most common type of planning application near Chiddingfold is full planning applications, with 24 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Chiddingfold?
You can search and track planning applications near Chiddingfold on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.