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Planning in Rustington

Approved
89%
33 of 35 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Rustington

Rustington is a village and civil parish located in the Arun District of West Sussex, strategically positioned along the coast between Chichester and Brighton. The A259 road serves as a key transport link, connecting the village to nearby towns such as Littlehampton, Bognor Regis, and Worthing. As part of the Brighton and Hove built-up area, Rustington presents a dynamic environment for planning applications, given its central location and accessibility. The settlement has a population of approximately 14,255 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Arun district.

Rustington covers an area of approximately 3.7 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 Rustington show an average sale price of £358,910, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Rustington 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 Rustington a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rustington 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.rustingtonpc.org/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Rustington, 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, 79 planning applications were submitted near Rustington. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (32), outline applications (11), tree works (10).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Rustington?
In the last 24 months, 79 planning applications were submitted near Rustington. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Rustington?
The average planning decision time near Rustington is 53 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 Rustington?
The planning approval rate near Rustington is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Rustington?
The most common type of planning application near Rustington is full planning applications, with 32 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Rustington?
You can search and track planning applications near Rustington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.