East Worthing, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near East Worthing, West Sussex.
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About East Worthing
East Worthing is a vibrant residential area located in Worthing, West Sussex, just east of the town centre. It is bordered by the West Coastway railway line and Broadwater to the north, Brooklands Park to the east, and Homefield Park to the west, with the scenic English Channel coastline to the south. This strategic location makes it a key area for potential planning applications and developments.
District: Worthing
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £342,978 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Worthing
- Parliamentary constituency: Worthing West
- LSOA: Worthing 012B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near East Worthing.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near East Worthing.
- 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 Worthing based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
17 planning applications found near East Worthing.
- - 27 Heatherstone Road Worthing West Sussex BN11 2HD
Householder application for permitted development for prior approval for single storey extension to rear of property measuring 4.5m from rear wall of the original dwelling, maximum height 2.95m and he
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-04-08
View full details - AWDM/0397/26 - 67 Ham Way Worthing West Sussex BN11 2QF
Appliction for Certificate of Lawfuness for Proposed Loft conversion with rear dormer and front rooflights
Status: Undecided | Council: Adur | Date: 2026-03-31 - - 67 Ham Way Worthing West Sussex BN11 2QF
Application for Certificate of Lawfulness for Proposed Loft conversion with rear dormer and front rooflights
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - Units 1 To 2 3 Meadow Road Industrial Estate Dale Road Worthing West Sussex BN11 2RU
Change of use of first floor from industrial (Use Class B2) to a small house in multiple occupation (Use Class C4) for on-site staff; new external fire escape; and roller shutter door to workshop.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - - Flat 2 1 Seamill Park Crescent Worthing West Sussex BN11 2PN
Demolition of existing side extension and replacement with new side extension to create accessible entrance
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - 106 Meadow Road Worthing West Sussex BN11 2SE
Householder application for permitted development for prior approval for single storey extension to rear of property measuring 5m from rear wall of the original dwelling, maximum height 2.75m and heig
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - 34 Seamill Park Crescent Worthing West Sussex BN11 2PN
Householder application for permitted development for prior approval for single storey extension to rear of property measuring 7m (in total including existing extension) from rear wall of the original
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - 15 Seamill Park Avenue Worthing West Sussex BN11 2PU
Application for consent under Worthing Tree Preservation Order No.21 of 2007 to reduce crown height and radial spread 1 metre, and reduce selected eastern limb 2 metres, one Silver Birch tree T1.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - 72 Ophir Road Worthing West Sussex BN11 2ST
Single storey detached annexe for dependant relative in side garden (following removal of garage)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-01-30
View full details - - 14 Archibald Road Worthing West Sussex BN11 2SL
Application for Certificate of Lawfulness for the change of use of residential dwelling (C3) to small house in multiple occupation (C4)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - 2 Chatham Road Worthing West Sussex BN11 2SP
Retention of replacement bay windows at nos.4 and 4A; proposed enclosure of porch with new doors to both 2/2A and 4/4A Chatham Road
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2025-11-07
View full details - - 5 St Pauls Avenue Sompting West Sussex BN15 8SE
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for Proposed rooms in roof consisting of Rear dormer and front roof lights.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2025-10-20
View full details - - 5 Devonport Place Worthing West Sussex BN11 2SU
Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2025-05-15
View full details - - 11 Malvern Close Worthing West Sussex BN11 2HE
Proposed replacement single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2024-11-13
View full details - - 30 Meadow Road Worthing West Sussex BN11 2SG
Single storey rear extension, low level access ramps, internal remodelling to provide disability access both internally and externally.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2024-03-21
View full details - - 7 Mansfield Close Worthing West Sussex BN11 2QR
Proposed single storey rear extension with roof lantern and new raised decking
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2023-04-27
View full details - - 7 Mansfield Close Worthing West Sussex BN11 2QR
Application for a Proposed Certificate of Lawfulness for a hip-to-gable loft conversion with rear dormer with Juliet balcony and front facing roof lights.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of East Worthing in West Sussex
East Worthing is a vibrant residential area located in Worthing, West Sussex, just east of the town centre. It is bordered by the West Coastway railway line and Broadwater to the north, Brooklands Park to the east, and Homefield Park to the west, with the scenic English Channel coastline to the south. This strategic location makes it a key area for potential planning applications and developments. It sits within the Worthing district.
Property prices in East Worthing show an average sale price of £342,978, 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 Worthing a particularly low-crime area.
East Worthing has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, East Worthing 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 East Worthing
In the last 24 months, 61 planning applications were submitted near East Worthing. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near East Worthing may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 70 days on average, decisions near East Worthing slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near East Worthing were full planning applications (27), outline applications (19), tree works (6). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 33 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Withdrawn: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 26 applications
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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.