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Planning in Cocking

Only 3 decisions near Cocking in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Cocking in the last 24 months, from Chichester District Council's planning register.

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About Cocking

Cocking is a charming village and civil parish located in the Chichester district of West Sussex, England. Situated approximately three miles south of Midhurst along the A286 road to Chichester, it offers a picturesque setting for potential planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 484 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chichester district.

Cocking covers an area of approximately 10.2 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 Cocking 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 Cocking a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Cocking has 24 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cocking 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.cocking.org/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Cocking, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Cocking.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cocking?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Cocking.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cocking?
The most common type of planning application near Cocking is listed building consent applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cocking?
You can search and track planning applications near Cocking on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.