Upwaltham, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Upwaltham, West Sussex.
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Planning applications in Upwaltham are administered by Chichester District Council. View the full Chichester District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Upwaltham
Upwaltham is a charming civil parish located in the South Downs, within the District of Chichester, West Sussex. Characterized by its scattered settlement, it centers around a historic parish church and is situated approximately 5 miles (8 km) south-southwest of Petworth, accessible via the A285 road. This picturesque area offers potential for various planning applications, reflecting its unique rural character and community needs.
Population: 26 (2021) · Area: 4.9 km²
District: Chichester
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Area Information
- Admin district: Chichester
- Parliamentary constituency: Arundel and South Downs
- LSOA: Chichester 001D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Upwaltham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Upwaltham.
- 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 Upwaltham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
29 planning applications found near Upwaltham.
- - Land adjacent to St Marys Church Church Farm Lane Upwaltham West Sussex GU28 0LX
Notification of intention to fell 2 no. Ash trees (T1 and T2).
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-12-17
View full details - - Mallowes Droke Lane Upwaltham West Sussex GU28 0LY
Removal of modern ground floor addition and detached outbuilding, construction of rear extension and minor internal alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Downs | Date: 2022-10-10
View full details - - Mallowes Droke Lane Upwaltham West Sussex GU28 0LY
Removal of modern ground floor addition and detached outbuilding. Construction of rear extension and minor internal alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2022-10-10
View full details - - Mallowes Droke Lane Upwaltham GU28 0LY
Proposed replacement of existing (non-original) conservatory with orangery.
Status: Rejected | Type: Heritage | Council: South Downs | Date: 2021-06-04
View full details - - Mallowes Droke Lane Upwaltham GU28 0LY
Proposed replacement of existing (non-original) conservatory with orangery.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2021-06-04
View full details - - Upwaltham Barns Church Farm Lane Upwaltham GU28 0LX
Variation of condition 3 from UW/03/00476/FUL to allow for temporary pop-up restaurant serving food, drinks and cream teas.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2020-09-11
View full details - - Mallowes Droke Lane Upwaltham GU28 0LY
Proposed single storey rear extension with minor internal alterations.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2020-08-21
View full details - - Mallowes Droke Lane Upwaltham GU28 0LY
Proposed single storey rear extension with minor internal alterations.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: South Downs | Date: 2020-08-21
View full details - - A285 Upwaltham West Sussex GU28 0LX
Replacement vehicular entrance from field onto A285.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2019-07-18
View full details - - St Marys Church Church Farm Lane Upwaltham GU28 0LX
Discharge of Conditions 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 of planning permission SDNP/18/01333/FUL.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Downs | Date: 2019-01-28
View full details - - Upwaltham Cottage A285 Droke Lane to Barlavington Down Duncton Petworth West Sussex GU28 0LX
Replacement of existing wooden entrance gates and posts with automated wooden sliding openers.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Downs | Date: 2018-10-25
View full details - - Upwaltham Cottage A285 Droke Lane to Barlavington Down Duncton Petworth West Sussex GU28 0LX
Replacement of existing wooden entrance gates and posts with automated wooden sliding openers.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2018-10-25
View full details - - St Marys Church Church Farm Lane Upwaltham GU28 0LX
Replacement of water surface drainage system (underground drainage and rainwater goods) and replacement of existing external render with render to Chancel.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2018-03-08
View full details - - Upwaltham House Farm Church Farm Lane Upwaltham West Sussex GU28 0LX
Erection of traditional oak framed cart shed and porch.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2016-03-29
View full details - - Upwaltham House Farm Church Farm Lane Upwaltham Petworth West Sussex GU28 0LX
Use of The Granary as a separate and independent dwelling.
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: South Downs | Date: 2012-11-01
View full details - - The Granary Upwaltham House Farm Upwaltham Petworth GU28 0LX
Single storey extension to provide a new living room to The Granary.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2011-08-17
View full details - - Mallowes Droke Lane Upwaltham Petworth West Sussex GU28 0LY
Erection of a 2.0m high timber cloase boarded boundary fence.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2008-05-13
View full details - - Upwaltham House Farm Church Farm Lane Upwaltham Petworth West Sussex GU28 0LX
Extend existing property to provide a living room with bedroom and bathroom at first floor level. Add small porch to existing house.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2007-09-17
View full details - - Upwaltham House Farm Church Farm Lane Upwaltham Petworth West Sussex GU28 0LX
Two storey extension to provide living room with bedroom and bathroom above. New porch to existing house.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2006-11-13
View full details - - Sussex Barn And Stable Building North Of Church Cottage Church Farm Lane Upwaltham Petworth West Sussex
Alterations for change of use of building to live/work unit.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Chichester | Date: 2005-10-11
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A brief summary of Upwaltham in West Sussex
Upwaltham is a charming civil parish located in the South Downs, within the District of Chichester, West Sussex. Characterized by its scattered settlement, it centers around a historic parish church and is situated approximately 5 miles (8 km) south-southwest of Petworth, accessible via the A285 road. This picturesque area offers potential for various planning applications, reflecting its unique rural character and community needs. The settlement has a population of approximately 26 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chichester district.
Upwaltham covers an area of approximately 4.9 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 Upwaltham a particularly low-crime area.
Upwaltham has one conservation area within its boundaries: Upwaltham. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Upwaltham 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upwaltham 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 Upwaltham
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Upwaltham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Upwaltham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Upwaltham were tree works (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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