South Bersted, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near South Bersted, West Sussex.
West Sussex · England · settlement
About South Bersted
South Bersted is a village and parish located within the Arun district of West Sussex, England. Situated just one mile north of Bognor Regis town centre, it is well-connected via the A259 and A29 roads, making it a relevant area for planning applications and developments in proximity to this bustling seaside town.
District: Bognor Regis
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £375,723 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Arun
- Parliamentary constituency: Bognor Regis and Littlehampton
- LSOA: Arun 013A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near South Bersted.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near South Bersted.
- 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 South Bersted based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
15 planning applications found near South Bersted.
- - 8 Greenwood Avenue Bognor Regis PO22 9EN
Notification under extended permitted development rights for single storey rear extension to replace existing conservatory, measuring 3.89metres from existing dwellinghouse, with a height of 3.5 metre
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Arun | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - 8 Greenwood Avenue Bognor Regis PO22 9EN
Application for certificate of lawfulness for a proposed removal of existing conservatory and erection of infill extension, removal of internal wall to link the two areas.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Arun | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - Tesco Superstore Shripney Road Bognor Regis PO22 9ND
Installation of single storey raised car park deck together with site alterations, car park reconfiguration, new access into car park, drainage alterations, creation of new drainage outfall, landscapi
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Arun | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - Tesco Superstore Shripney Road Bognor Regis PO22 9ND
Removal of disused bus stop and external alternations to facilitate a temporary parking / loading area for Dot.com/Click & Collect vehicles. This application is in CIL Zone 4 (Zero Rated) as other dev
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Arun | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - 1 Greenwood Avenue Bognor Regis PO22 9EW
Lawful development certificate for a proposed loft conversion with rear dormer.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Arun | Date: 2025-11-18
View full details - - 34 Ivy Crescent Bognor Regis PO22 8AB
Retrospective planning for a garden annexe.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Arun | Date: 2025-04-29
View full details - - 55 Ash Grove Bognor Regis PO22 9JT
Lawful development certificate for a proposed hip to gable roof conversion including a rear dormer extension, front rooflights and removal of existing chimney.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Arun | Date: 2025-02-28
View full details - - 32 Durlston Drive Bersted PO22 9TD
Non-material amendment following the grant of BE/130/23/PL relating to re-locating 1 No. Window.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Arun | Date: 2024-10-07
View full details - - Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital Shripney Road Bognor Regis PO22 9PP
Notification for prior approval under Schedule 2, Part 14, Class J for the provision of a solar PV array totalling 100kWp across two roof spaces.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Arun | Date: 2024-09-11
View full details - - Former Ambulance Station 44 Chichester Road Bognor Regis PO21 2XJ
Approval of details reserved by condition imposed under reference BR/235/23/PL relating to condition number 3 - parking layout, 4 - secure cycle shelter.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Arun | Date: 2024-07-12
View full details - - 3 Gordon Avenue Bognor Regis PO22 9LG
Subdivision of 5 bedroom detached dwelling into 1 No. 1 bedroom flat, 1 No. 2 bedroom flat and 1 No. 3 bedroom flat, with changes to fenestrations. This application is in CIL zone 4 (zero rated) as ot
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Arun | Date: 2024-05-17
View full details - - Durban Road Business Centre, Unit 6 Durban Road Bognor Regis PO22 9FE
Lawful development certificate for a proposed change of use from class B8 (storage and distribution) to class E - cheerleading gym (commercial, business and service).
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Arun | Date: 2023-09-16
View full details - - 1 Somerset Gardens Bognor Regis PO21 2AA
Retention of 7 bed HMO. This application is in CIL Zone 4 and is CIL Liable as new dwellings.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Arun | Date: 2023-08-17
View full details - - 51 Orchard Way Bognor Regis PO22 9HH
Rear and side extensions.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Arun | Date: 2023-08-09
View full details - - 1 Westway Bognor Regis PO22 8DA
First floor rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Arun | Date: 2023-03-24
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A brief summary of South Bersted in West Sussex
South Bersted is a village and parish located within the Arun district of West Sussex, England. Situated just one mile north of Bognor Regis town centre, it is well-connected via the A259 and A29 roads, making it a relevant area for planning applications and developments in proximity to this bustling seaside town. It sits within the Bognor Regis district.
Property prices in South Bersted show an average sale price of £375,723, 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 South Bersted a particularly low-crime area.
South Bersted has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bognor Regis (Railway Station), Bognor Regis (The Steyne and Waterloo Square), North Bersted, Bognor Regis (Upper Bognor Road and Mead Lane), Shripney. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 South Bersted includes 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Solent and Dorset Coast. 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, South Bersted 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 South Bersted
In the last 24 months, 56 planning applications were submitted near South Bersted. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near South Bersted.
The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near South Bersted were full planning applications (21), discharge of conditions (15), outline applications (10). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 52 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 25 applications
- Refused: 6 applications
- Withdrawn: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 22 applications
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Bognor Regis planning applications
- North Bersted planning applications
- Shripney planning applications
- Lidsey planning applications
- Felpham planning applications
- Elbridge planning applications
- Colworth planning applications
- Aldwick planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.