How long do planning decisions take near Southbourne?

The average planning decision time near Southbourne is 47 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 Southbourne?

The planning approval rate near Southbourne is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Southbourne?

The most common type of planning application near Southbourne is discharge of conditions, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Southbourne?

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Southbourne, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Southbourne, West Sussex.

West Sussex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Southbourne are administered by Chichester District Council. View the full Chichester District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Southbourne

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.

Population: 6,559 (2021) · Area: 10.7 km²

District: Chichester

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £408,611 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Chichester
Parliamentary constituency: Chichester
LSOA: Chichester 009C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Southbourne.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Southbourne.

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 Southbourne based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

11 planning applications found near Southbourne.

- Westmead Prinsted Lane Prinsted Emsworth PO10 8HT
Discharge of Conditions 3 (Cladding) and 5 (External lighting) from Planning Permission SB/26/00093/DOM.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-04-14
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- West Cottage Prinsted Lane Prinsted Emsworth PO10 8HT
External amendments to dwelling including insulation, covered patio, replacement of existing rear bay window with balcony over, various window amendments and roofed outside porch. Removal of 4 no. exi
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-03-30
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- 139 Main Road Southbourne Emsworth West Sussex PO10 8EY
Fell 1 no. Sycamore tree (quoted as tag 0026/T7) and remove 1 no. stem from northern sector on 1 no. multi-stemmed Sycamore tree (quoted as tag 0027/T8). Both within Area, A1 subject to SB/96/00903/TP
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-02-18
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- Oriel Lodge 15 The Drive Southbourne Emsworth West Sussex PO10 8JP
Crown reduce by 2m (back to previous pruning points) on 1 no. Beech tree (T1) subject to SB/92/00890/TPO.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-01-16
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- Westmead Prinsted Lane Prinsted Emsworth PO10 8HT
Demolition of existing outbuilding. Single storey rear extension and linked (covered walkway) to replacement outbuilding.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-01-15
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- West Cottage Prinsted Lane Prinsted Emsworth PO10 8HT
External amendments to dwelling including insulation, covered patio, replacement of existing rear bay window with balcony over, various window amendments and roofed outside porch. Removal of 4 no. exi
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-11-28
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- 24 Garsons Road Southbourne Emsworth West Sussex PO10 8HJ
Erection of single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-11-11
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- Tuppenny Barn Main Road Southbourne Emsworth West Sussex PO10 8EZ
Discharge of condition 3 (Surface Water Drainage) from planning permission SB/22/00556/FUL.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-09-22
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- Dolphin Cottage Prinsted Lane Prinsted Emsworth PO10 8HS
Installation of 2 no. new roof lights and vaulted ceiling to existing single-storey. Demolition of rear first floor level of 'Tower', reinstating original link and introducing glazed panel to rear and
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Chichester | Date: 2024-06-21
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- Dolphin Cottage Prinsted Lane Prinsted Emsworth PO10 8HS
Installation of 2 no. new roof lights and vaulted ceiling to existing single-storey. Demolition of rear first floor level of 'Tower', reinstating original link and introducing glazed panel to rear and
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2024-06-21
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- The Anchorage Prinsted Lane Prinsted Emsworth PO10 8HS
First floor extension and renovations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2023-08-04
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A brief summary of Southbourne in West Sussex

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 were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Southbourne a particularly low-crime area.

Southbourne has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Prinsted, Westbourne. 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 Southbourne includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Chichester Harbour SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Chichester Harbour; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Solent Maritime; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Chichester and Langstone Harbours; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Chichester and Langstone Harbours. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Southbourne

In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Southbourne. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 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 Southbourne.

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Southbourne were discharge of conditions (10), full planning applications (7), outline applications (4).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application, 25 smaller schemes were submitted.

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