How long do planning decisions take near Clapham?

The average planning decision time near Clapham is 19 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 Clapham?

The planning approval rate near Clapham is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Clapham?

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

How can I track planning applications near Clapham?

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Clapham, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Clapham, West Sussex.

West Sussex · England · settlement

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

About Clapham

Clapham is a picturesque rural village and civil parish located in the Arun District of West Sussex, England. Nestled within the scenic South Downs National Park, it is situated three miles north of Angmering along the A280 road and near the A27 crossroads. Clapham's proximity to the neighbouring village of Patching makes it an attractive area for potential planning applications, particularly in the context of rural development and conservation.

Population: 312 (2021) · Area: 5.2 km²

District: Arun

Website: http://www.arun.gov.uk/clapham

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £383,206 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Worthing
Parliamentary constituency: Worthing West
LSOA: Worthing 007D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Clapham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Clapham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Clapham.

- The Playground The Street Clapham West Sussex
Elm (T9) dead tree - Dismantle and fell to ground level
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-05-01
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- Clapham And Patching Village Hall Long Furlong Patching West Sussex BN13 3UT
Non Material Amendment to SDNP/25/04583/FUL - The proposed covered porch will now be a flat roof instead of a pitched roof.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-03-19
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- Downlands The Street Clapham West Sussex BN13 3UU
Associated works including replacement of existing oil boiler and windows. To install solar panels and two air heat pumps. To extend width of timber decking.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-02-24
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- Clapham Wood Rectory Lane Clapham West Sussex BN13 3UU
T1 - MULTISTEM ASH (80% canopy loss, advanced basal decay, lost x1 stem already) - Fell to improve site safety during coppicing 23/4. Leave as deadwood; T2 - SINGLE STEM ASH (75% canopy loss) - Fell t
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2023-09-01
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A brief summary of Clapham in West Sussex

Clapham covers an area of approximately 5.2 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 Clapham show an average sale price of £383,206, 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 Clapham a particularly low-crime area.

Clapham has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Patching, Castle Goring, No data available for publication by HE, Clapham. 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 Clapham includes 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, Clapham planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.arun.gov.uk/clapham. 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 Clapham

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Clapham. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 19 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 Clapham.

The average decision time of 19 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

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

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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