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Planning in Walderton

Approved
71%
10 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Walderton in the last 24 months, from Chichester District Council's planning register.

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About Walderton

Walderton is a quaint hamlet located in the Chichester district of West Sussex, positioned 4 miles northeast of Emsworth along the B2146 road. It falls within the civil parish of Stoughton and is named after the historic Wealdhere's people. This serene location may be of interest for planning applications due to its rural character and proximity to larger towns. It sits within the Stoughton district.

Property prices in Walderton show an average sale price of £365,012, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Walderton 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 Walderton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Walderton has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Walderton, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Walderton. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), tree works (2), listed building and heritage (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Walderton?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Walderton. The approval rate is 71%.
How long do planning decisions take near Walderton?
The average planning decision time near Walderton is 70 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 Walderton?
The planning approval rate near Walderton is 71%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Walderton?
The most common type of planning application near Walderton is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Walderton?
You can search and track planning applications near Walderton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.