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Planning in East Wittering

Approved
86%
19 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About East Wittering

East Wittering is a prominent coastal village located in the Chichester district of West Sussex, England. Nestled primarily within the civil parish of East Wittering and Bracklesham, it borders the West Wittering civil parish to the west. Situated on the B2179 road, the village is approximately 7 miles southwest of Chichester and lies on the picturesque Manhood Peninsula, making it a key area for planning applications related to coastal development and community enhancements. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,658. It sits within the East Wittering district.

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

The area around East Wittering has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, East Wittering 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.ewbpc.org.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near East Wittering, 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, 54 planning applications were submitted near East Wittering. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near East Wittering?
In the last 24 months, 54 planning applications were submitted near East Wittering. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near East Wittering?
The average planning decision time near East Wittering is 56 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 Wittering?
The planning approval rate near East Wittering is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near East Wittering?
The most common type of planning application near East Wittering is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near East Wittering?
You can search and track planning applications near East Wittering on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.