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Planning in Patching

Only 8 decisions near Patching in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Patching in the last 24 months, from Worthing Borough Council's planning register.

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About Patching

Patching is a quaint village and civil parish nestled in the scenic South Downs National Park in Arun District, West Sussex. With a rich history dating back to before the Domesday Book of 1086–7, it is located just four miles east of Arundel and a short distance from Clapham, north of the A27 road. The parish spans 846.12 hectares, making it a charming area for those interested in planning applications within a historic and picturesque setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 236 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Arun district.

Patching covers an area of approximately 8.5 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 Patching show an average sale price of £383,206, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Patching 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 Patching a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Patching has 16 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Patching 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 Patching, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near Patching.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). 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 Patching?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Patching.
What types of planning applications are most common near Patching?
The most common type of planning application near Patching is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Patching?
You can search and track planning applications near Patching on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.