How long do planning decisions take near Rookwood?

The average planning decision time near Rookwood is 85 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 Rookwood?

The planning approval rate near Rookwood is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Rookwood?

The most common type of planning application near Rookwood is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Rookwood?

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Rookwood, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Rookwood, West Sussex.

West Sussex · England · settlement

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

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £497,510 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Chichester
Parliamentary constituency: Chichester
LSOA: Chichester 013E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Rookwood based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Rookwood.

- Land West Of Rookwood Lane West Wittering West Sussex PO20 8QH
Proposed access track to arable land.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-05-27
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26/01175/PNO - Land West Of Rookwood Lane West Wittering West Sussex PO20 8QH
Proposed access track to arable land.
Status: Undecided | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-05-27
- Rookwood House Rookwood Lane West Wittering Chichester West Sussex PO20 8QH
Various internal alterations to non-historic elements. Replacement of 2 no. windows to second floor southern elevation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-02-26
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- Camber Court Rookwood Lane West Wittering Chichester West Sussex PO20 8QH
Refurbishment of existing house with development of a partial first floor roof space to habitable accommodation. (Variation of condition 2 of permission 22/00687/DOM - Reduction in area of loft space.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2024-03-15
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A brief summary of Rookwood in West Sussex

Rookwood is a settlement located in West Sussex, England.

Property prices in Rookwood show an average sale price of £497,510, 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 Rookwood a particularly low-crime area.

Rookwood has one conservation area within its boundaries: West Wittering. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Rookwood includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Chichester Harbour SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Chichester Harbour; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Solent Maritime; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Chichester and Langstone Harbours; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Chichester and Langstone Harbours. 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, Rookwood 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 Rookwood

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Rookwood. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Rookwood may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 85 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Rookwood were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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