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Planning in Old Shoreham

Approved
85%
46 of 47 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Adur District CouncilCouncil page

Around Old Shoreham

Postcode districts

BN43 184 applications in the last 12 monthsBN15 171 applications in the last 12 monthsBN18 254 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 Old Shoreham

Old Shoreham, part of Shoreham-by-Sea in the Adur district of West Sussex, is a historic coastal town and port. As of the 2011 census, it had a population of 20,547, making it a vibrant community with potential planning opportunities.

Property prices in Old Shoreham show an average sale price of £456,300, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Old Shoreham 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 Old Shoreham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Old Shoreham has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Old Shoreham 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 Old Shoreham, 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, 60 planning applications were submitted near Old Shoreham. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (31), outline applications (11), tree works (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Old Shoreham?
In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Old Shoreham. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Old Shoreham?
The average planning decision time near Old Shoreham 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 Old Shoreham?
The planning approval rate near Old Shoreham is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Old Shoreham?
The most common type of planning application near Old Shoreham is full planning applications, with 31 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Old Shoreham?
You can search and track planning applications near Old Shoreham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.