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10 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Midhurst · updated daily · Chichester District Council

Planning in Midhurst

Approved
88%
93 of 101 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Midhurst

Postcode districts

GU29 196 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Chichester District Council

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About Midhurst

Midhurst is a historic market town and civil parish located in the Chichester District of West Sussex, England. Situated on the banks of the River Rother, it is approximately 20 miles inland from the English Channel and 12 miles north of Chichester, making it a strategic location for planning applications in the region. The town has a population of approximately 5,363 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chichester district.

Midhurst covers an area of approximately 3.3 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 Midhurst show an average sale price of £438,900, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Midhurst 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 Midhurst a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Midhurst has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Midhurst 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 Midhurst, 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, 143 planning applications were submitted near Midhurst. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (35), tree works (29), discharge of conditions (24).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Midhurst?
In the last 24 months, 143 planning applications were submitted near Midhurst. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Midhurst?
The average planning decision time near Midhurst is 66 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 Midhurst?
The planning approval rate near Midhurst is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Midhurst?
The most common type of planning application near Midhurst is full planning applications, with 35 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Midhurst?
You can search and track planning applications near Midhurst on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.