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Planning in South Lancing

Approved
91%
75 of 81 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About South Lancing

South Lancing is a settlement located in West Sussex, England.

Property prices in South Lancing show an average sale price of £360,510, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the South Lancing 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 South Lancing a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around South Lancing has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, South Lancing 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near South Lancing, 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, 95 planning applications were submitted near South Lancing. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (33), outline applications (12), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near South Lancing?
In the last 24 months, 95 planning applications were submitted near South Lancing. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near South Lancing?
The average planning decision time near South Lancing 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 South Lancing?
The planning approval rate near South Lancing is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near South Lancing?
The most common type of planning application near South Lancing is full planning applications, with 33 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near South Lancing?
You can search and track planning applications near South Lancing on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.