Chithurst, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Chithurst, West Sussex.
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About Chithurst
Trotton with Chithurst is a civil parish located in the Chichester district of West Sussex, England. Situated along the A272 road, Trotton lies approximately 7 miles west of Midhurst, with Chithurst positioned about 1 mile northeast of Trotton. The parish also encompasses the hamlet of Dumpford, making it an area of interest for planning applications in the region.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £565,804 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Chichester
- Parliamentary constituency: Arundel and South Downs
- LSOA: Chichester 003A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Chithurst.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Chithurst.
- 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 Chithurst based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Chithurst.
- - Chithurst Buddhist Monastery Chithurst Lane Chithurst West Sussex GU31 5EU
Removal of existing 1 no. storage structure and erection of 1 no. single storey WC facilities building.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-02-12
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A brief summary of Chithurst in West Sussex
Trotton with Chithurst is a civil parish located in the Chichester district of West Sussex, England. Situated along the A272 road, Trotton lies approximately 7 miles west of Midhurst, with Chithurst positioned about 1 mile northeast of Trotton. The parish also encompasses the hamlet of Dumpford, making it an area of interest for planning applications in the region.
Property prices in Chithurst show an average sale price of £565,804, 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 Chithurst a particularly low-crime area.
Chithurst has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Iping, Trotton. 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 Chithurst includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Iping Common SSSI; 20 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, Chithurst 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 Chithurst
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Chithurst. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 90 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Chithurst may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 90 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Chithurst were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% 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.