Durrington, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Durrington, West Sussex.
West Sussex · England · settlement
Planning applications in Durrington are administered by Worthing Borough Council. View the full Worthing Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Durrington
Durrington, a vibrant neighbourhood of Worthing in West Sussex, is located just 2.3 miles northwest of the town centre, near the A27 road. With a rich history dating back to at least the 10th century, it features St Symphorian's Church, a place of worship for nearly a millennium. The area has also fostered community spirit through the Durrington Festival, established in 1992, making it a notable location for planning applications aimed at enhancing local amenities and community engagement.
Population: 5,528
District: Worthing
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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 001E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Durrington.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Durrington.
- 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 Durrington based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
19 planning applications found near Durrington.
- AWDM/0711/26 - 8 Cumberland Avenue Worthing West Sussex BN12 6JX
Application for Certificate of Lawfulness for Proposed single-storey side extension to single dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Council: Adur | Date: 2026-06-11 - AWDM/0706/26 - 5 Birkdale Road Worthing West Sussex BN13 2QY
Demolition of existing garage & outbuildings and construction of a 3-bedroom detached house with associated car parking and landscaping.
Status: Undecided | Council: Adur | Date: 2026-06-10 - - 8 Cumberland Avenue Worthing West Sussex BN12 6JX
Application for Certificate of Lawfulness for Proposed single-storey side extension to single dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-06-09
View full details - - 5 Birkdale Road Worthing West Sussex BN13 2QY
Demolition of existing garage & outbuildings and construction of a 3-bedroom detached house with associated car parking and landscaping.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-06-09
View full details - AWDM/0582/26 - 15 Sherbrooke Close Worthing West Sussex BN13 2TW
CONVERSION OF GARAGE TO RESIDENTIAL ANNEX (RETROSPECTIVE)
Status: Undecided | Council: Adur | Date: 2026-05-14 - - 10 Tavy Road Worthing West Sussex BN13 3PG
Application for Certificate of Lawfulness for Proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-04-22
View full details - AWDM/0493/26 - 10 Tavy Road Worthing West Sussex BN13 3PG
Application for Certificate of Lawfulness for Proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Adur | Date: 2026-04-22 - AWDM/0426/26 - 1 Silver Birch Drive Worthing West Sussex BN13 3PP
Replacement of rear fencing with a brick wall (2.13m high) to North boundary; new brick wall behind existing timber fence East boundary (2.13m high)
Status: Undecided | Council: Adur | Date: 2026-04-02 - - 21 Cumberland Avenue Worthing West Sussex BN12 6JX
Single storey rear extension and internal alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - 2 Sunningdale Road Worthing West Sussex BN13 2NF
Hip to side gable roof extension, rear dormer with front rooflights
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - 7 Twyford Road Worthing West Sussex BN13 2NP
Removal of garage and rear conservatory. Proposed rear extension. Repositioning of front door to the side.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - Telecommunication Site Bn0914 North Of Durrington Community Centre 2 Romany Road Worthing West Sussex
Application for Prior Approval for installation of a replacement telecommunications base station comprising 20m high monopole (5G), wrap-around cabinet, supporting 9no. antennas and 2no. 300mm diamete
Status: Rejected | Type: Telecoms | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - - STREET RECORD New Brunswick Drive Worthing West Sussex
Application for consent under Worthing Tree Preservation Order No.4 of 2009 to fell and replace one Laburnum tree T18.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2025-08-06
View full details - - 3 Edmonton Road Worthing West Sussex BN13 2TB
Application for Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed Loft Conversion with rear dormer and front rooflights
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2025-06-16
View full details - - 5 Vancouver Road Worthing West Sussex BN13 2SN
Demolition of existing rear conservatory and erection of single storey side and rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2025-04-01
View full details - - Palatine School Palatine Road Worthing West Sussex BN12 6JP
Consultation by West Sussex County Council for Erection of 2.4m high infill fence alongside western boundary (WSCC Reg 3 application WSCC/008/25)
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2025-02-21
View full details - - 6 Brisbane Close Worthing West Sussex BN13 3HJ
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for Proposed Converting an existing garage to a habitable room, replacement of garage door with new window
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2024-11-01
View full details - - 17 Birkdale Road Worthing West Sussex BN13 2QY
Demolition of detached garage and construction of proposed 2 storey side extension and single storey front extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2024-10-14
View full details - - Sussex Police Authority Custody Suite Centenary House Durrington Lane Worthing West Sussex BN13 2PQ
Non material amendment to approved AWDM/0945/23 access to facilitate an enlarged traffic island.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2024-04-24
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A brief summary of Durrington in West Sussex
Durrington, a vibrant neighbourhood of Worthing in West Sussex, is located just 2.3 miles northwest of the town centre, near the A27 road. With a rich history dating back to at least the 10th century, it features St Symphorian's Church, a place of worship for nearly a millennium. The area has also fostered community spirit through the Durrington Festival, established in 1992, making it a notable location for planning applications aimed at enhancing local amenities and community engagement. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,528. It sits within the Worthing district.
Property prices in Durrington 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 Durrington a particularly low-crime area.
Durrington has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Castle Goring, No data available for publication by HE. 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 Durrington includes 3 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, Durrington 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 Durrington
In the last 24 months, 68 planning applications were submitted near Durrington. Of these, 98% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Durrington may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 57 days on average, decisions near Durrington slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Durrington were full planning applications (25), outline applications (16), tree works (5). Full planning applications account for 37% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 41 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 26 applications
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Related Planning Guides
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- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.