How long do planning decisions take near Wardley?

The average planning decision time near Wardley is 105 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 Wardley?

The planning approval rate near Wardley is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wardley?

The most common type of planning application near Wardley is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wardley?

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Wardley, West Sussex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wardley, West Sussex.

West Sussex · England · settlement

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

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £544,570 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Hampshire
Parliamentary constituency: Farnham and Bordon
LSOA: East Hampshire 009A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wardley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wardley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Wardley.

- Blossom Cottage Hollycombe School Road Milland West Sussex GU30 7LY
Annexe and link extension including demolition of existing garden shed to create a new rear extension and new access route to new garage with associated works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Downs | Date: 2024-08-07
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A brief summary of Wardley in West Sussex

Wardley is a settlement located in West Sussex, England.

Property prices in Wardley show an average sale price of £544,570, 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 Wardley a particularly low-crime area.

Wardley has one conservation area within its boundaries: Wardley. 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 Wardley includes 20 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 Wardley

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Wardley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 105 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Wardley may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 105 days, decisions near Wardley take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Wardley were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 80% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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