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Planning in Lancing

Approved
91%
74 of 80 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Lancing

Lancing is a significant coastal village and civil parish located in the Adur district of West Sussex, England, nestled between Sompting to the west and Shoreham-by-Sea to the east. Spanning 3.65 square miles, it features a large, cohesive village cluster, often regarded as one of the largest in Britain. The area is economically linked to the Brighton/Worthing/Littlehampton conurbation and lies beneath the picturesque South Downs National Park, making it a key consideration for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 19,357 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Adur district.

Lancing covers an area of approximately 14.1 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 Lancing show an average sale price of £360,510, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lancing 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 Lancing a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lancing 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.lancingparishcouncil.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Lancing, 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, 95 planning applications were submitted near Lancing. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (33), outline applications (12), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lancing?
In the last 24 months, 95 planning applications were submitted near Lancing. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lancing?
The average planning decision time near Lancing is 54 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 Lancing?
The planning approval rate near Lancing is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lancing?
The most common type of planning application near Lancing is full planning applications, with 33 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lancing?
You can search and track planning applications near Lancing on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.