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Southbourne, West Sussex Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Southbourne, West Sussex. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.

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Planning data sourced from West Sussex council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Southbourne - Planning Applications & Local Development

Southbourne, a village established in 1876 with the consecration of St. John's Church, is located within the Chichester district of West Sussex, England. The civil parish, formed in 1968, encompasses a broader area that includes Lumley, Hermitage, Thornham, Prinsted, and part of Nutbourne. Situated east of the Hampshire border at Emsworth, and south-east of Westbourne, Southbourne is an important consideration for those researching planning applications in this picturesque region. The other has a population of approximately 6,559 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chichester district.

Southbourne covers an area of approximately 10.7 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 Southbourne show an average sale price of £408,611, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Southbourne 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 Southbourne a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Southbourne has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Southbourne, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.