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Planning in Duncton

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

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

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About Duncton

Duncton is a charming village and civil parish located in the District of Chichester, West Sussex, nestled within the picturesque South Downs. Situated just 3 miles south of Petworth along the A285 road, it offers a unique setting for potential planning applications, combining rural tranquility with convenient access to nearby towns. The settlement has a population of approximately 361 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chichester district.

Duncton covers an area of approximately 8.0 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 Duncton 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 Duncton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Duncton 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.dunctonpc.org.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Duncton, 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, 12 planning applications were submitted near Duncton.

The most common types were tree works (2), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Duncton?
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Duncton.
What types of planning applications are most common near Duncton?
The most common type of planning application near Duncton is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Duncton?
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