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Planning in East Ashling

Approved
100%
11 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About East Ashling

East Ashling, located within the civil parish of Funtington in the Chichester district of West Sussex, is approximately 4.5 miles west of Chichester along the B2146 road. The area includes a farm produce shop and a pub, serving as local amenities, while Funtington Primary School is situated in West Ashling. Additionally, the nearby Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve enhances the natural landscape, making it an appealing location for potential planning applications.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the East Ashling 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 East Ashling a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around East Ashling has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, East Ashling 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near East Ashling, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near East Ashling. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), tree works (5), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near East Ashling?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near East Ashling. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near East Ashling?
The average planning decision time near East Ashling is 57 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 East Ashling?
The planning approval rate near East Ashling is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near East Ashling?
The most common type of planning application near East Ashling is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near East Ashling?
You can search and track planning applications near East Ashling on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.