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Planning in Petworth

Approved
83%
25 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Petworth

Petworth is a historic town and civil parish situated in the Chichester District of West Sussex, England. It lies at the intersection of the A272, which connects Heathfield to Winchester, and the A283, linking Milford to Shoreham-by-Sea, making it a strategic location for planning applications and development projects in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,049 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chichester district.

Petworth covers an area of approximately 26.9 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 Petworth show an average sale price of £868,770, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Petworth 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 Petworth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Petworth has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Petworth 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 Petworth, 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, 63 planning applications were submitted near Petworth. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), tree works (4), discharge of conditions (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Petworth?
In the last 24 months, 63 planning applications were submitted near Petworth. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Petworth?
The average planning decision time near Petworth is 56 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 Petworth?
The planning approval rate near Petworth is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Petworth?
The most common type of planning application near Petworth is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Petworth?
You can search and track planning applications near Petworth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.