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Planning in Marley Heights

Approved
70%
16 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Marley Heights

Postcode districts

GU27 260 applications in the last 12 monthsGU31 207 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Adur District Council

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About Marley Heights

Marley Heights is a settlement located in West Sussex, England.

Property prices in Marley Heights show an average sale price of £608,536, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Marley Heights 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 Marley Heights a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Marley Heights has 22 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Marley Heights 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 Marley Heights, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Marley Heights. Of these, 70% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), discharge of conditions (7), amendments (5).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Marley Heights?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Marley Heights. The approval rate is 70%.
How long do planning decisions take near Marley Heights?
The average planning decision time near Marley Heights is 62 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 Marley Heights?
The planning approval rate near Marley Heights is 70%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Marley Heights?
The most common type of planning application near Marley Heights is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Marley Heights?
You can search and track planning applications near Marley Heights on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.