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Planning in Kingston Gorse

Approved
79%
57 of 69 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Kingston Gorse

Postcode districts

BN16 193 applications in the last 12 monthsBN12 184 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Arun District Council

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About Kingston Gorse

Kingston Gorse, part of the small civil parish of Kingston in the Arun District of West Sussex, features a blend of rural farmland and three distinct neighbourhoods: East Kingston, West Kingston, and Kingston Gorse itself. Positioned along the coast, it serves as a transitional area between the parishes of Ferring and East Preston, making it a unique location for potential planning applications.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Kingston Gorse 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 Kingston Gorse a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kingston Gorse 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Kingston Gorse, 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, 88 planning applications were submitted near Kingston Gorse. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (44), tree works (11), outline applications (7). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kingston Gorse?
In the last 24 months, 88 planning applications were submitted near Kingston Gorse. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kingston Gorse?
The average planning decision time near Kingston Gorse 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 Gorse?
The planning approval rate near Kingston Gorse is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kingston Gorse?
The most common type of planning application near Kingston Gorse is full planning applications, with 44 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kingston Gorse?
You can search and track planning applications near Kingston Gorse on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.