Slindon, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Slindon, West Sussex.
West Sussex · England · settlement
Planning applications in Slindon are administered by Arun District Council. View the full Arun District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Slindon
Slindon is a predominantly rural village and civil parish located in the Arun District of West Sussex, England. Nestled amid picturesque woodlands, much of the surrounding area is managed by the National Trust and lies at the southern edge of the South Downs National Park. Situated approximately 6 miles (9.7 km) north-east of Chichester, Slindon offers a unique blend of natural beauty and community charm, making it an area of interest for planning applications.
Population: 539 (2021) · Area: 12.9 km²
District: Arun
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £445,418 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Arun
- Parliamentary constituency: Arundel and South Downs
- LSOA: Arun 001D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Slindon.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Slindon.
- 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 Slindon based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
17 planning applications found near Slindon.
- - Slindon Recreation Ground Top Road Slindon West Sussex BN18 0RS
Elm (T12) - Dismantle and fell to ground level Wild cherry (T14) - Remove weakened small east stem
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-06-22
View full details - - Timbers School Hill Slindon West Sussex BN18 0RA
T1 - Cherry Tree - Fell T2 - Pine Tree - Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-06-03
View full details - - The White House School Hill Slindon West Sussex BN18 0RA
Removal of existing enclosed porch, balcony and glazed entrance, replace with new entrance and restore original front facade
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-05-07
View full details - SDNP/26/01766/HOUS · Received: Thu 07 May 2026 · Validated: Thu 07 May 2026 - The White House School Hill Slindon West Sussex BN18 0RA
Removal of existing enclosed porch, balcony and glazed entrance, replace with new entrance and restore original front facade
Status: Undecided | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-05-07 - SDNP/26/01747/TCA · Received: Wed 06 May 2026 · Validated: Wed 06 May 2026 - School House School Hill Slindon West Sussex BN18 0RS
Canopy reduction to 2no groups of leylandii
Status: Undecided | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-05-06 - - School House School Hill Slindon West Sussex BN18 0RS
Canopy reduction to 2no groups of leylandii
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-05-06
View full details - - Mulberry House Dyers Lane Slindon West Sussex BN18 0RE
Relocate gas meter box from within the kitchen scullery to positioned externally on the adjacent garden wall
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-04-22
View full details - - Slindon College Top Road Slindon West Sussex BN18 0RH
Fell 4x Ash Tree
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-02-27
View full details - - Slindon College Top Road Slindon West Sussex BN18 0RH
Installation of proposed fibre cable
Status: Undecided | Type: Telecoms | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - Bleak House Top Road Slindon West Sussex BN18 0RP
Removal of two Sycamore trees. Removal of a single extended limb overhaning the garage from Eucalyptus tree. Siding-up of lower branches of a conifer overhanging the driveway.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - Mulberry House Dyers Lane Slindon West Sussex BN18 0RE
1x Monterey cypress, 2 x Leyland cypress, 1 x sycamore & 1 x elder (G1) - dismantle and fell to ground level.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-10-11
View full details - - Wootton House School Hill Slindon West Sussex BN18 0RS
There is a dead cherry T1 (prunus) on the border of Skull House and Wootton House to remove the crown of the tree to approximately 4 meters above ground level.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-07-31
View full details - - Flint Cottage School Hill Slindon West Sussex BN18 0RA
Structural repairs and reconstruction of detached garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-06-14
View full details - - St Richards Roman Catholic Church Top Road Slindon West Sussex
Repairs to circular window and masonry in west end of St Richard's Roman Catholic Church, Slindon
Status: Withdrawn | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-03-21
View full details - - Bleak House Top Road Slindon West Sussex BN18 0RP
Moving gas meter from internally and installing it in a semi-concealed box externally.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Downs | Date: 2023-05-17
View full details - - 34 School Hill Slindon Arundel West Sussex BN18 0RS
1. Lawson cypress (T1) - dismantle and fell to ground level.2. Bay (T2) - dismantle and fell to ground level.3. Holly (T3) - dismantle and fell to ground level.4. Goat willow (T4) - dismantle and fell
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2023-01-06
View full details - - Rosemount School Hill Slindon Arundel West Sussex BN18 0RS
Fell 8no. small Sycamore trees (G1).
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2023-01-06
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A brief summary of Slindon in West Sussex
Slindon is a predominantly rural village and civil parish located in the Arun District of West Sussex, England. Nestled amid picturesque woodlands, much of the surrounding area is managed by the National Trust and lies at the southern edge of the South Downs National Park. Situated approximately 6 miles (9.7 km) north-east of Chichester, Slindon offers a unique blend of natural beauty and community charm, making it an area of interest for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 539 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Arun district.
Slindon covers an area of approximately 12.9 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 Slindon show an average sale price of £445,418, 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 Slindon a particularly low-crime area.
Slindon has one conservation area within its boundaries: Slindon. 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 Slindon includes 20 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, Slindon 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 Slindon
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Slindon. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Slindon may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Slindon were tree works (8), full planning applications (6), listed building and heritage (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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