How long do planning decisions take near Highleigh?

The average planning decision time near Highleigh is 55 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 Highleigh?

The planning approval rate near Highleigh is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Highleigh?

The most common type of planning application near Highleigh is outline applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Highleigh?

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Highleigh, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Highleigh, West Sussex.

West Sussex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Highleigh are administered by Chichester District Council. View the full Chichester District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £497,510 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Chichester
Parliamentary constituency: Chichester
LSOA: Chichester 013E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Highleigh.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Highleigh.

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 Highleigh based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Highleigh.

- Land West Of 1 Brickfield Cottages Rotten Row Sidlesham West Sussex
Prior approval - change of use of agricultural building to 1 no. dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-04-02
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- Land West Of Brickfield Cottages Rotten Row Sidlesham West Sussex
Existing lawful development - alterations to existing 1 no. agricultural building, works include new roof and repairs to brickwork.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-01-20
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- Sally Field Nursery Rotten Row Sidlesham Chichester West Sussex PO20 7QB
Class Q(c) Application for Prior Approval - Change of Use of Agricultural Building to 1no Dwelling (C3 Use Class) East side greenhouse.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-12-24
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- Sally Field Nursery Rotten Row Sidlesham Chichester West Sussex PO20 7QB
Change of use of agricultural building to 1no dwelling (C3 use class).
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-12-23
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- 11 Bremere Lane Sidlesham Chichester West Sussex PO20 7BN
Swimming pool.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-12-01
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- Keycroft Highleigh Road Sidlesham Chichester West Sussex PO20 7NR
Single storey side extension, repairs, refurbishment and minor internal and external alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-06-12
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- Keycroft Highleigh Road Sidlesham Chichester West Sussex PO20 7NR
Single storey side extension, repairs, refurbishment and minor internal and external alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-06-12
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A brief summary of Highleigh in West Sussex

Highleigh is a settlement located in West Sussex, England.

Property prices in Highleigh show an average sale price of £497,510, 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 Highleigh a particularly low-crime area.

Highleigh has one conservation area within its boundaries: Sidlesham Church. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Highleigh includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Highleigh

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Highleigh. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Highleigh may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Highleigh were outline applications (6), full planning applications (3), tree works (3).

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