Eartham, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Eartham, West Sussex.
West Sussex · England · settlement
Planning applications in Eartham are administered by Chichester District Council. View the full Chichester District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Eartham
Eartham is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the District of Chichester, West Sussex, approximately 8.5 kilometres northeast of Chichester and east of the A285 road. This charming location offers a unique blend of rural character and accessibility, making it an interesting area for those researching planning applications and development opportunities.
Population: 86 (2021) · Area: 8.4 km²
District: Chichester
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £497,510 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Chichester
- Parliamentary constituency: Chichester
- LSOA: Chichester 006E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Eartham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Eartham.
- 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 Eartham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Eartham.
- - Sherburne House Eartham Lane Eartham West Sussex PO18 0LP
Replacement of conservatory and single storey extension with new single storey extensions, new west porch, replacement east porch, additional windows, internal alterations. Alterations to outbuildings
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-10-28
View full details - - Sherburne House Eartham Lane Eartham West Sussex PO18 0LP
Replacement of conservatory and single storey extension with new single storey extensions, new west porch, replacement east porch, additional windows, internal alterations. Alterations to outbuildings
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-10-28
View full details - - Old Vicarage Eartham Lane Eartham West Sussex PO18 0LP
Single storey extension to existing annexe.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-10-21
View full details - - Home Farm Eartham Lane Eartham Chichester West Sussex PO18 0LT
Proposed extension to existing grain store to create covered sprayer washout unit together with additional equipment storage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Downs | Date: 2023-01-06
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A brief summary of Eartham in West Sussex
Eartham is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the District of Chichester, West Sussex, approximately 8.5 kilometres northeast of Chichester and east of the A285 road. This charming location offers a unique blend of rural character and accessibility, making it an interesting area for those researching planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 86 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chichester district.
Eartham covers an area of approximately 8.4 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 Eartham show an average sale price of £497,510, 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 Eartham a particularly low-crime area.
Eartham has one conservation area within its boundaries: Eartham. 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 Eartham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Eartham Pit, Boxgrove SSSI; 12 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, Eartham 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 Eartham
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Eartham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 102 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Eartham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 102 days, decisions near Eartham take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Eartham were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (3), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.