How long do planning decisions take near Cocking?

The average planning decision time near Cocking is 88 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 Cocking?

The planning approval rate near Cocking is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

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 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cocking?

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Cocking, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cocking, West Sussex.

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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.

Population: 484 (2021) · Area: 10.2 km²

District: Chichester

Website: http://www.cocking.org/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £472,601 (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 Cocking.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Cocking based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Cocking.

- 31 The Croft Cocking West Sussex GU29 0HQ
Roof installation of photovoltaic panels (PV).
Status: Undecided | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-02-25
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- Bankside Bell Lane Cocking GU29 0HU
Remove 1 no. chimney, replacement roof tiles and guttering. Repoint 1 no. chimney and roof edges.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-01-31
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- 210 A286 The Croft To Bex Lane Cocking Causeway Cocking West Sussex GU29 0HD
Discharge of conditions 4,6,7,10,11,13,14,15,18,20,21,24 and 25 to planning permission SDNP/22/02923/HOUS.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2023-03-03
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- St Catherine's Barn A286 The Croft To Bex Lane Cocking Causeway Cocking West Sussex GU29 0HD
Discharge of condition 7 to planning permission SDNP/22/03941/HOUS.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2023-01-25
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A brief summary of Cocking in West Sussex

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.

Property prices in Cocking show an average sale price of £472,601, 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 Cocking a particularly low-crime area.

Cocking has one conservation area within its boundaries: Cocking. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Cocking includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Singleton and Cocking Tunnels SSSI, Treyford to Bepton Down SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Singleton and Cocking Tunnels; 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, Cocking planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.cocking.org/. 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 Cocking

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Cocking. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 88 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 Cocking.

The average decision period of 88 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 Cocking were listed building and heritage (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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