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Planning in Patcham

Approved
83%
20 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Patcham in the last 24 months, from Brighton and Hove City Council's planning register.

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About Patcham

Patcham is a suburb located in the city of Brighton and Hove, East Sussex, approximately 3 miles north of the city centre. It is bordered by the A27 to the north, Hollingbury to the east and southeast, Withdean to the south, and the Brighton Main Line to the west, with the A23 running through the area. This strategic location makes Patcham an important consideration for planning applications within the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 14,277. It sits within the Brighton and Hove district.

Property prices in Patcham show an average sale price of £520,850, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Patcham 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 Patcham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Patcham has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Patcham 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 Patcham, 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, 112 planning applications were submitted near Patcham. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (21), outline applications (20), tree works (7).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Patcham?
In the last 24 months, 112 planning applications were submitted near Patcham. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Patcham?
The average planning decision time near Patcham is 67 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 Patcham?
The planning approval rate near Patcham is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Patcham?
The most common type of planning application near Patcham is full planning applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Patcham?
You can search and track planning applications near Patcham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.