Nepcote, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Nepcote, West Sussex.
West Sussex · England · settlement
Planning applications in Nepcote are administered by Worthing Borough Council. View the full Worthing Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Nepcote
Findon is a semi-rural village and civil parish located in the Arun District of West Sussex, approximately 4 miles north of Worthing. Known for its clustered community, Findon offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications in the region.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £383,206 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Worthing
- Parliamentary constituency: East Worthing and Shoreham
- LSOA: Worthing 005E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Nepcote.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Nepcote.
- 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 Nepcote based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
17 planning applications found near Nepcote.
- - Hansalink Between Cowie And Findon
Development of Offshore Multi-Purpose Interconnector (MPI)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2026-07-03
View full details - ENQ/2026/1151 · Received: Fri 03 Jul 2026 · Validated: Fri 03 Jul 2026 - Hansalink Between Cowie And Findon
Development of Offshore Multi-Purpose Interconnector (MPI)
Status: Undecided | Council: Aberdeenshire | Date: 2026-07-03 - - 20 Convent Gardens Findon West Sussex BN14 0RZ
Ash Tree - Remove
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-06-22
View full details - - Land East Of Pony Farm Findon West Sussex BN14 0RS
Erection of New Single Storey Dwelling, Landscape Enhancements and Associated Works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-06-12
View full details - SDNP/26/02018/NMA · Received: Thu 21 May 2026 · Validated: Thu 21 May 2026 - Steepdown Cottage Stable Lane Findon West Sussex BN14 0RR
Non-material amendment to planning approval - SDNP/25/02549/FUL - To amend the rear elevation materials from tile hanging to brick
Status: Undecided | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-05-21 - - Steepdown Cottage Stable Lane Findon West Sussex BN14 0RR
Non-material amendment to planning approval - SDNP/25/02549/FUL - To amend the rear elevation materials from tile hanging to brick
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-05-21
View full details - SDNP/26/01712/HOUS · Received: Fri 01 May 2026 · Validated: Fri 01 May 2026 - Downsfield 4 Nepfield Close Nepcote Findon West Sussex BN14 0SS
Proposed single storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-05-01 - - Downsfield 4 Nepfield Close Nepcote Findon West Sussex BN14 0SS
Proposed single storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-05-01
View full details - - Steepdown Cottage Stable Lane Findon West Sussex BN14 0RR
Non Material Amendment for SDNP/25/05034/HOUS - To reduce the size of the approved garage and provide alternative parking within site.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - Capella 14 Holmcroft Gardens Findon West Sussex BN14 0UD
Partial loft conversion including front and rear dormer roof extensions.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-02-13
View full details - - The Bermudas 44 Nepcote Lane Findon West Sussex BN14 0SL
Sycamore Tree - Remove at trunk or reduce overhang of lowest tree limbs, thin canopy by 5%/10%.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - Steepdown Cottage Stable Lane Findon West Sussex BN14 0RR
Discharge of Conditions 3 (Materials), 5 (Sustainable Construction), 11 (Landscaping), 12 (Surface Water Drainage) and 13 (Foul Water Drainage) for SDNP/25/02549/FUL.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-01-29
View full details - - Nepcote Chapel Nepcote Findon West Sussex BN14 0SD
External alterations to the building (Retrospective) and change of use to visitor accommodation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - 1 Pony Farm Findon West Sussex BN14 0RS
Erection of car port, log and bin store.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-09-19
View full details - - 40 Nepcote Lane Findon West Sussex BN14 0SL
To fell three trees to ground level and to re-plant with replacement trees (1 x Silver Birch, 1 x Lawson Cypress, 1 x Ash). To reduce the crown of 1 x Copper Beech
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-09-03
View full details - - Soldiers Field House Soldiers Field Lane Findon West Sussex BN14 0SH
Non-Material Amendment for SDNP/19/01876/FUL - To amend wording of conditions 2 and 8.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-05-09
View full details - - 1 Summerfields Findon West Sussex BN14 0TU
Holly T1 - Reduce tree to previous prune points of 3.5m height and round off sides by removing 1 meter from all sides.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2023-10-18
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A brief summary of Nepcote in West Sussex
Findon is a semi-rural village and civil parish located in the Arun District of West Sussex, approximately 4 miles north of Worthing. Known for its clustered community, Findon offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications in the region.
Property prices in Nepcote show an average sale price of £383,206, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Nepcote a particularly low-crime area.
Nepcote has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Findon, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Nepcote includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cissbury Ring SSSI; 9 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.
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Planning Activity in Nepcote
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Nepcote. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Nepcote may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 66 days on average, decisions near Nepcote slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Nepcote were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (5), amendments (4). Full planning applications account for 28% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 21 smaller schemes were submitted.
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