How long do planning decisions take near Patching?

The average planning decision time near Patching is 28 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 Patching?

The planning approval rate near Patching is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

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?

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Patching, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Patching, West Sussex.

West Sussex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Patching are administered by Arun District Council. View the full Arun District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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.

Population: 236 (2021) · Area: 8.5 km²

District: Arun

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £383,206 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Worthing
Parliamentary constituency: Worthing West
LSOA: Worthing 003A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Patching.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Patching.

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 Patching based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Patching.

- Norfolk Cottage 134 The Street Patching West Sussex BN13 3XF
1 x Hornbeam fell, 2 x Hornbeams reduce by up to 2 m of canopy , 1 x Beech tree reduce size of canopy spread by approx. 2m
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-11-18
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A brief summary of Patching in West Sussex

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 were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Patching a particularly low-crime area.

Patching has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Patching, Clapham. 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 Patching includes 15 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.

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.

Planning Activity in Patching

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Patching. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 28 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Patching.

The average decision time of 28 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Patching were full planning applications (3), tree works (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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