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Planning in Kingston by Sea

Approved
96%
109 of 111 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Kingston by Sea

Kingston by Sea, also referred to as Kingston Buci, is a small area within the Adur district of West Sussex, England. Originally an ancient village, it is now part of a continuous urban landscape bordered by Southwick to the east and Shoreham-by-Sea to the west, near the mouth of the River Adur. The historic St Julian's Church remains a notable landmark, preserving the area's heritage and the name "Kingston Buci." This rich history may influence local planning applications and developments in the region. It sits within the Adur district.

Property prices in Kingston by Sea show an average sale price of £456,300, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kingston by Sea 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 Kingston by Sea, 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, 138 planning applications were submitted near Kingston by Sea. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (41), outline applications (16), discharge of conditions (15). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kingston by Sea?
In the last 24 months, 138 planning applications were submitted near Kingston by Sea. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kingston by Sea?
The average planning decision time near Kingston by Sea is 57 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 Kingston by Sea?
The planning approval rate near Kingston by Sea is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kingston by Sea?
The most common type of planning application near Kingston by Sea is full planning applications, with 41 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kingston by Sea?
You can search and track planning applications near Kingston by Sea on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.