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Planning in Eastergate

Approved
71%
20 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Eastergate

Postcode districts

PO20 550 applications in the last 12 monthsPO22 169 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Arun District Council

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About Eastergate

Eastergate is a village and ecclesiastical parish in the Arun district of West Sussex, England, situated approximately five miles east of Chichester. As part of the parish of Barnham and Eastergate, it had a population of 3,417 in 2011, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be relevant for those exploring planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,417 (2011 estimate). It sits within the Barnham and Eastergate district.

Eastergate covers an area of approximately 3.7 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 Eastergate show an average sale price of £365,012, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Eastergate 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 (May 2026). This makes Eastergate a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Eastergate has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Eastergate, 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, 52 planning applications were submitted near Eastergate. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (20), amendments (8), full planning applications (7). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Eastergate?
In the last 24 months, 52 planning applications were submitted near Eastergate. The approval rate is 71%.
How long do planning decisions take near Eastergate?
The average planning decision time near Eastergate is 63 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 Eastergate?
The planning approval rate near Eastergate is 71%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Eastergate?
The most common type of planning application near Eastergate is discharge of conditions, with 20 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Eastergate?
You can search and track planning applications near Eastergate on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.