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Planning in Pagham

Approved
73%
54 of 67 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Pagham

Pagham is a coastal village and civil parish in the Arun district of West Sussex, England, home to approximately 6,100 residents. Located just two miles west of Bognor Regis, it offers a unique blend of seaside charm and community living, making it a notable area for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,436 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Arun district.

Pagham covers an area of approximately 9.9 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 Pagham show an average sale price of £388,630, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Pagham 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 Pagham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Pagham has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pagham 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.paghamcouncil.co.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Pagham, 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, 105 planning applications were submitted near Pagham. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (40), discharge of conditions (31), outline applications (8). 2 large-scale developments were 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 Pagham?
In the last 24 months, 105 planning applications were submitted near Pagham. The approval rate is 73%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pagham?
The average planning decision time near Pagham is 64 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 Pagham?
The planning approval rate near Pagham is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pagham?
The most common type of planning application near Pagham is full planning applications, with 40 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pagham?
You can search and track planning applications near Pagham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.