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Planning in Funtington

Approved
73%
22 of 25 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Funtington

Funtington is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Chichester district of West Sussex, approximately 4.5 miles west of Chichester along the B2146 road. The parish encompasses the nearby villages of East and West Ashling and West Stoke, and features the Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve to the north. The village centre includes a farm produce shop and a pub, while Funtington Primary School is situated in West Ashling, making it a focal point for local families. This vibrant community may present various planning opportunities amid its picturesque surroundings. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,537 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chichester district.

Funtington covers an area of approximately 20.0 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 Funtington 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 Funtington 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 Funtington a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Funtington has 17 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Funtington 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 Funtington, 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, 49 planning applications were submitted near Funtington. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were tree works (17), full planning applications (13), discharge of conditions (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Funtington?
In the last 24 months, 49 planning applications were submitted near Funtington. The approval rate is 73%.
How long do planning decisions take near Funtington?
The average planning decision time near Funtington is 54 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 Funtington?
The planning approval rate near Funtington is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Funtington?
The most common type of planning application near Funtington is tree works applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Funtington?
You can search and track planning applications near Funtington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.