Lodsworth, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Lodsworth, West Sussex.
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About Lodsworth
Lodsworth is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Chichester district of West Sussex, England. Nestled between Midhurst and Petworth, it is just half a mile north of the A272 road and lies within the scenic South Downs National Park, adjacent to the River Rother valley. The village is also home to the tributary stream, the River Lod, which flows near its eastern edge, making it a picturesque spot for potential planning applications.
Population: 607 (2021) · Area: 12.5 km²
District: Chichester
Website: http://www.lodsworth.org.uk/
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Area Information
- Admin district: Chichester
- Parliamentary constituency: Arundel and South Downs
- LSOA: Chichester 005E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Lodsworth.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lodsworth.
- 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 Lodsworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Lodsworth.
- - Lodsworth Stables and Coach House Block Gills Lane Lodsworth West Sussex GU28 9BW
Height reduce to previous pruning, width reduce on northern sector to previous pruning points on 1 no. Beech tree (quoted as 02) within Area, A1, subject to 02/00610/TPO.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - Upaloft The Street Lodsworth West Sussex GU28 9DA
Replacement of windows and doors, replacement roof light, new front porch and conversion of garage to provide ancillary accommodation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-01-09
View full details - - Lodsworth Cottage The Street Lodsworth Petworth West Sussex GU28 9BZ
Notification of intention to reduce heights and widths by 1.5m (all round) on 1 no Mulberry tree (T1) and 1 no. Apple tree (T2). Crown reduce by 40% on 1 no. Indian Bean tree (T3) and reducing 5 no. l
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-01-30
View full details - - Old Orchard School Lane Lodsworth Petworth West Sussex GU28 9DQ
Crown reduce (back to previous pruning points) on 2 no. Beech trees (T1 & T2) subject to LD/00/00608/TPO.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-01-30
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A brief summary of Lodsworth in West Sussex
Lodsworth is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Chichester district of West Sussex, England. Nestled between Midhurst and Petworth, it is just half a mile north of the A272 road and lies within the scenic South Downs National Park, adjacent to the River Rother valley. The village is also home to the tributary stream, the River Lod, which flows near its eastern edge, making it a picturesque spot for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 607 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chichester district.
Lodsworth covers an area of approximately 12.5 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Lodsworth a particularly low-crime area.
Lodsworth has one conservation area within its boundaries: Lodsworth. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Lodsworth includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Northpark Copse to Snapelands Copse SSSI; 20 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, Lodsworth planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.lodsworth.org.uk/. 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 Lodsworth
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Lodsworth. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Lodsworth may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Lodsworth were tree works (3), full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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