Petworth, West Sussex Planning Applications
Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Petworth, West Sussex. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.
Planning data sourced from West Sussex council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Notification of intention to fell 1 no. Norway Spruce tree (T1) and 4 no. Cypress trees (T2-T5)
Change of use of the former ground floor shop to ancillary residential accommodation and associated works.
Add gate to existing fence on West Boundary.
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About Petworth - Planning Applications & Local Development
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 other 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.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Petworth, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.