Houghton, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Houghton, West Sussex.
West Sussex · England · settlement
Planning applications in Houghton are administered by Arun District Council. View the full Arun District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Houghton
Houghton is a small, linear settlement located in the Arun District of West Sussex, England, characterized by its elevated, predominantly wooded landscape. Situated along the River Arun, it connects to the rural part of Amberley via a bridge and lies just 3 miles north of Arundel. This picturesque area is also part of the South Downs National Park, making it an attractive location for planning applications related to rural development and conservation.
Population: 95 (2021) · Area: 12.6 km²
District: Arun
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £445,418 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Arun
- Parliamentary constituency: Arundel and South Downs
- LSOA: Arun 001C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Houghton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Houghton.
- 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 Houghton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Houghton.
- - Rhubarb Cottage 1 South Lane Houghton West Sussex BN18 9LN
Proposed single-storey side extension with habitable roofspace, installation of front rooflights, extension of rear dormer, alterations to fenestration and landscaping works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - Old Farm Houghton Lane Houghton West Sussex BN18 9LW
Discharge of Condition 3 (Details) and 6 (Amending condition) for SDNP/23/04247/LIS.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - Houghton Farm, The Bunkhouse The Street Houghton West Sussex BN18 9LW
Conversion of part of a redundant neighbouring barn to provide kitchen and Disabled WC to function room.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-02-16
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A brief summary of Houghton in West Sussex
Houghton is a small, linear settlement located in the Arun District of West Sussex, England, characterized by its elevated, predominantly wooded landscape. Situated along the River Arun, it connects to the rural part of Amberley via a bridge and lies just 3 miles north of Arundel. This picturesque area is also part of the South Downs National Park, making it an attractive location for planning applications related to rural development and conservation. The settlement has a population of approximately 95 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Arun district.
Houghton covers an area of approximately 12.6 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 Houghton show an average sale price of £445,418, 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 Houghton a particularly low-crime area.
Houghton has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bury, Houghton, South Stoke, North Stoke. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Houghton includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Arun Banks SSSI, Arundel Park SSSI; 16 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 National Parks: SOUTH DOWNS. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Houghton 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 Houghton
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Houghton.
The most common application types near Houghton were full planning applications (1), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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