Southwick, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Southwick, West Sussex.
West Sussex · England · Town
Planning applications in Southwick are administered by Adur District Council. View the full Adur District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Southwick
Southwick is a town situated in the Adur district of West Sussex, England, just five miles west of Brighton. Spanning an area of 863.7 hectares, it had a population of 13,195 as of 2001, making it a noteworthy location for planning applications in the region.
Population: 13,195 · Area: 3.3 km²
District: Adur
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Area Information
- Admin district: Adur
- Parliamentary constituency: East Worthing and Shoreham
- LSOA: Adur 004A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Southwick.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Southwick.
- 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 Southwick based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
58 planning applications found near Southwick.
- AWDM/0669/26 - 7 Glebe Close Southwick West Sussex BN42 4TF
Application to vary Conditions 1 (approved plans-elevations) and 5 (side window obscured) of approved Application AWDM/1478/25. Amendment: Change of method of handing of the bedroom window on the west
Status: Undecided | Council: Adur | Date: 2026-06-04 - - 19 Croft Avenue Southwick West Sussex BN42 4AA
Householder application for permitted development for prior approval for a single storey extension, measuring 3.7m from rear wall of the original house, maximum height 4m and height of the eaves of th
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - - Former 144 Albion Street Southwick West Sussex BN42 4AU
Approval of Details Reserved by Conditions 8 (car parking), 9 (details of sustainability) and 10 (heat network) of approved application AWDM/0099/23.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - AWDM/0598/26 - 19 Croft Avenue Southwick West Sussex BN42 4AA
Householder application for permitted development for prior approval for a single storey extension, measuring 3.7m from rear wall of the original house, maximum height 4m and height of the eaves of th
Status: Undecided | Council: Adur | Date: 2026-05-18 - AWDM/0599/26 - Former 144 Albion Street Southwick West Sussex BN42 4AU
Approval of Details Reserved by Conditions 8 (car parking), 9 (details of sustainability) and 10 (heat network) of approved application AWDM/0099/23.
Status: Undecided | Council: Adur | Date: 2026-05-18 - AWDM/0567/26 - 29 Southview Road Southwick West Sussex BN42 4TW
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for proposed rear dormer loft conversion with rooflights to front roofslope.
Status: Undecided | Council: Adur | Date: 2026-05-13 - AWDM/0553/26 - 29 Southview Road Southwick West Sussex BN42 4TW
Single storey side/rear extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Adur | Date: 2026-05-08 - - 29 Southview Road Southwick West Sussex BN42 4TW
Single storey side/rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-05-07
View full details - AWDM/0486/26 - 11 The Crescent Southwick West Sussex BN42 4LB
Single storey side/rear extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Adur | Date: 2026-04-21 - - 23 The Twitten Southwick West Sussex BN42 4DB
Application for Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed loft conversion including a rear dormer and the inserting of rear-facing windows, and front-facing rooflights
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - AWDM/0481/26 - 23 The Twitten Southwick West Sussex BN42 4DB
Application for Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed loft conversion including a rear dormer and the inserting of rear-facing windows, and front-facing rooflights
Status: Undecided | Council: Adur | Date: 2026-04-20 - - 11 The Crescent Southwick West Sussex BN42 4LB
Single storey side/rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - 90 The Gardens Southwick West Sussex BN42 4AQ
Single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 28 Manor Hall Road Southwick West Sussex BN42 4NB
Proposed rear extension with raised platform.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - 7 Cross Road Southwick West Sussex BN42 4HD
Proposed loft conversion with front and rear hip-to-gable roof extension, side (NW) dormer and installation of 5no. side rooflights.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-03-24
View full details - AWDM/0369/26 - 7 Cross Road Southwick West Sussex BN42 4HD
Proposed loft conversion with front and rear hip-to-gable roof extension, side (NW) dormer and installation of 5no. side rooflights.
Status: Undecided | Council: Adur | Date: 2026-03-24 - - Street Record The Cotswolds Southwick West Sussex
Application for consent under Adur Tree Preservation Order No.1 of 2017 to reduce radial spread by up to 1 metre, and crown thin 15% one Whitebeam tree T2.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - AWDM/0364/26 - Rosecroft 8 Cross Road Southwick West Sussex BN42 4HE
Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 3 (sound insulation) of approved application AWDM/0460/23.
Status: Undecided | Council: Adur | Date: 2026-03-23 - - Rosecroft 8 Cross Road Southwick West Sussex BN42 4HE
Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 3 (sound insulation) of approved application AWDM/0460/23.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Adur and Worthing | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - AWDM/0356/26 - 195 Old Shoreham Road Southwick West Sussex BN42 4LS
Householder application for permitted development for prior approval for single storey extension to rear of property measuring 6m from rear wall of the original dwelling, maximum height 3.2m and heigh
Status: Undecided | Council: Adur | Date: 2026-03-20
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A brief summary of Southwick in West Sussex
Southwick is a town situated in the Adur district of West Sussex, England, just five miles west of Brighton. Spanning an area of 863.7 hectares, it had a population of 13,195 as of 2001, making it a noteworthy location for planning applications in the region. The Town has a population of approximately 13,195. It sits within the Adur district.
Southwick covers an area of approximately 3.3 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Southwick a particularly low-crime area.
Southwick has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Portslade Old Village, No data available for publication by HE. 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 Southwick includes 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, Southwick 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 Southwick
In the last 24 months, 111 planning applications were submitted near Southwick. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Southwick may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 60 days on average, decisions near Southwick slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Southwick were full planning applications (30), outline applications (21), tree works (14). Full planning applications account for 27% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 84 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: 46 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Awaiting decision: 65 applications
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