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Planning in Kirdford

Only 7 decisions near Kirdford in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Kirdford

Kirdford is a picturesque village and civil parish situated in the Chichester District of West Sussex, England, approximately 6.5 miles southwest of Petworth. Spanning an area of 2,008 acres, Kirdford had a population of 1,063 as of the 2011 census, with nearly half of its residents economically active. This charming rural community offers a unique setting for potential planning applications, reflecting a blend of residential and agricultural interests. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,054 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chichester district.

Kirdford covers an area of approximately 20.1 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 Kirdford show an average sale price of £466,550, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Kirdford 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 Kirdford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kirdford 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 Kirdford, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Kirdford.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), outline applications (2), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kirdford?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Kirdford.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kirdford?
The most common type of planning application near Kirdford is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kirdford?
You can search and track planning applications near Kirdford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.