How long do planning decisions take near Temple Bar?

The average planning decision time near Temple Bar is 35 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 Temple Bar?

The planning approval rate near Temple Bar is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Temple Bar?

The most common type of planning application near Temple Bar is discharge of conditions, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Temple Bar?

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Temple Bar, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Temple Bar, West Sussex.

West Sussex · England · settlement

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

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £365,012 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Chichester
Parliamentary constituency: Chichester
LSOA: Chichester 006F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Temple Bar.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Temple Bar based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Temple Bar.

26/00667/FUL - Land South Of Temple Bar Business Park Boxgrove West Sussex PO18 0TU
Erection of 1 no. agricultural storage barn with associated landscaping and biodiversity enhancements.
Status: Undecided | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-03-26

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A brief summary of Temple Bar in West Sussex

Temple Bar is a settlement located in West Sussex, England.

Property prices in Temple Bar show an average sale price of £365,012, 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 Temple Bar a particularly low-crime area.

Temple Bar has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Tangmere, Halnaker. 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 Temple Bar includes 15 Ancient Woodland sites; 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.

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Planning Activity in Temple Bar

In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Temple Bar. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Temple Bar.

The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Temple Bar were discharge of conditions (11), tree works (2), full planning applications (1).

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