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Planning in Fishersgate

Approved
89%
41 of 43 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Fishersgate

Postcode districts

BN41 64 applications in the last 12 monthsBN42 76 applications in the last 12 monthsBN3 458 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Adur District Council

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About Fishersgate

Fishersgate railway station, located in West Sussex, serves the eastern area of Southwick and the western part of Portslade within Brighton and Hove. Operated by Southern, the station is situated approximately 5.8 km from Brighton, making it a key transit point for local commuters and a factor to consider for planning applications in the vicinity.

Property prices in Fishersgate show an average sale price of £520,850, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Fishersgate 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 Fishersgate a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fishersgate 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 Fishersgate, 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, 102 planning applications were submitted near Fishersgate. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (25), outline applications (22), discharge of conditions (7). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Fishersgate?
In the last 24 months, 102 planning applications were submitted near Fishersgate. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Fishersgate?
The average planning decision time near Fishersgate is 59 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 Fishersgate?
The planning approval rate near Fishersgate is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Fishersgate?
The most common type of planning application near Fishersgate is full planning applications, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Fishersgate?
You can search and track planning applications near Fishersgate on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.