East Preston, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near East Preston, West Sussex.
West Sussex · England · settlement
Planning applications in East Preston are administered by Arun District Council. View the full Arun District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About East Preston
East Preston is a picturesque coastal village and civil parish located in the Arun District of West Sussex, England. Nestled between Littlehampton and Worthing, it offers a unique blend of coastal charm and community spirit, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications and development opportunities.
Population: 6,043 (2021) · Area: 2.0 km²
District: Arun
Website: http://www.arun.gov.uk/cgi-bin/buildpage.pl?mysql=1091
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £358,910 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Arun
- Parliamentary constituency: Worthing West
- LSOA: Arun 010B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near East Preston.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near East Preston.
- 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 East Preston based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
23 planning applications found near East Preston.
- - 22 Vermont Drive East Preston BN16 1LA
Approval of details reserved by condition under EP/73/25/S73 relating to conditions 6- Biodiversity Net Gain, 7- Car Parking and 8- Cycle Parking.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Arun | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 22 Vermont Drive East Preston BN16 1LA
Non material amendment following the grant of EP/73/25/S73 relating to change of materials for cladding, window and door casements, soffits and fascia and removal of roof light.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Arun | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 94 North Lane East Preston BN16 1HE
Lawful development certificate for a proposed single storey rear garden outbuilding.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Arun | Date: 2026-02-20
View full details - - 4 Beechlands Close East Preston BN16 1JT
Demolition of single garage and erection of a single storey annexe building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Arun | Date: 2026-01-06
View full details - - 19-21 Sea Road East Preston BN16 1JN
1 No externally illuminated fascia sign and 1 No non illuminated projecting sign on front elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Arun | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - 19-21 Sea Road East Preston BN16 1JN
Change of use of ground floor pharmacy (Class E) to restaurant (Class E) with associated ventilation equipment and external seating. This application is in CIL Zone 4 (Zero Rated) as other development
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Arun | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - 94 North Lane East Preston BN16 1HE
Proposed loft conversion, first floor rear extension and alterations to fenestration.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Arun | Date: 2025-11-10
View full details - - Breakwaters 33 Golden Avenue East Preston BN16 1QY
External cladding to first floor.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Arun | Date: 2025-11-10
View full details - - 7 North Lane East Preston BN16 1BN
Self contained car port.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Arun | Date: 2025-10-28
View full details - - 20 Russells Close East Preston BN16 1BP
Lawful Development Certificate for a proposed single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Arun | Date: 2025-10-17
View full details - - The Conservative Club 41 Sea Road East Preston BN16 1JN
Approval of details reserved by condition imposed under EP/50/25/PL relating to conditions 3-Biodiversity enhancement layout and 5-covered and secure cycle parking spaces.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Arun | Date: 2025-10-15
View full details - - 5 Vermont Drive East Preston BN16 1JU
Single storey front porch, side and rear extensions and external alterations, following demolition of existing detached garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Arun | Date: 2025-07-16
View full details - - 2 Lavinia Way East Preston BN16 1EF
Lawful development certificate for the proposed erection of a 1m high close boarded timber fence to the north boundary facing North Lane and to the east boundary facing Lavinia Way. Both fence lines w
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Arun | Date: 2025-07-07
View full details - - 10 Hazelmead Drive East Preston BN16 1LE
New porch. Alteration to existing fenestration. Single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Arun | Date: 2025-06-30
View full details - - The Conservative Hall 41 Sea Road East Preston BN16 1JN
Change of use of the existing Conservative Hall building (Use Class F2) to a funeral chapel with associated function room (Sui Generis), removal of front parapet, signage and infill roof, removal of e
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Arun | Date: 2025-05-27
View full details - - 5 Brou Close East Preston BN16 1DB
Garage conversion and associated external alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Arun | Date: 2024-06-21
View full details - - 18 Vermont Way East Preston BN16 1JX
Lawful development certificate for the proposed demolition of rear sun lounge extension, internal alterations, new rear ground floor extension, side dormers and rear loft extension to provide an addit
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Arun | Date: 2024-04-24
View full details - - Land North of 9 Lashmar Road East Preston BN16 1ES
Non-material amendment following the grant of EP/7/23/PL relating to materials.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Arun | Date: 2024-03-04
View full details - - 43 Golden Avenue East Preston BN16 1QX
Notification under extended permitted development rights for a single storey rear conservatory measuring 5.25m from beyond the rear wall of the original dwelling house, with a maximum height of 3.5m a
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Arun | Date: 2024-02-02
View full details - - Helen House 108 North Lane East Preston BN16 1HE
Lawful development certificate for a proposed garage to bedroom conversion, including the fitting of a rooflight and window.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Arun | Date: 2023-09-20
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A brief summary of East Preston in West Sussex
East Preston is a picturesque coastal village and civil parish located in the Arun District of West Sussex, England. Nestled between Littlehampton and Worthing, it offers a unique blend of coastal charm and community spirit, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,043 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Arun district.
East Preston covers an area of approximately 2.0 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 East Preston show an average sale price of £358,910, 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 East Preston a particularly low-crime area.
East Preston has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Angmering, East Preston Station Road. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, East Preston planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.arun.gov.uk/cgi-bin/buildpage.pl?mysql=1091. 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 East Preston
In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near East Preston. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near East Preston may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near East Preston were full planning applications (37), amendments (7), outline applications (6). Full planning applications account for 62% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 58 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 46 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 12 applications
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