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Planning in Loxwood

Approved
93%
14 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Loxwood

Loxwood is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Chichester district of West Sussex, nestled within the Low Weald. It features the Wey and Arun Canal to the east and south, providing scenic views and recreational opportunities. The area boasts an extensive network of bridleways and footpaths, making it an attractive destination for outdoor enthusiasts and a potential hotspot for planning applications related to rural development and conservation. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,596 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chichester district.

Loxwood covers an area of approximately 18.2 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 Loxwood 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 Loxwood 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 Loxwood a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Loxwood has 20 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Loxwood 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.loxwood.org/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Loxwood, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Loxwood. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were tree works (6), full planning applications (3), advertising consent (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Loxwood?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Loxwood. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Loxwood?
The average planning decision time near Loxwood is 69 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 Loxwood?
The planning approval rate near Loxwood is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Loxwood?
The most common type of planning application near Loxwood is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Loxwood?
You can search and track planning applications near Loxwood on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.