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Planning in West Ashling

Approved
75%
36 of 41 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About West Ashling

West Ashling, part of the civil parish of Funtington in West Sussex, is situated 4.5 miles west of Chichester along the B2146 Road. This picturesque village features a local farm produce shop and a pub, providing essential amenities for residents. Additionally, Funtington Primary School serves the educational needs of the community, while the nearby Kingley Vale National Nature Reserve offers stunning natural landscapes for outdoor activities, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications.

There were 8 crimes reported in the West Ashling area during the most recent period (February 2026), a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

The area around West Ashling has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near West Ashling, 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, 68 planning applications were submitted near West Ashling. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were tree works (20), full planning applications (17), discharge of conditions (9).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Ashling?
In the last 24 months, 68 planning applications were submitted near West Ashling. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near West Ashling?
The average planning decision time near West Ashling is 58 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 West Ashling?
The planning approval rate near West Ashling is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Ashling?
The most common type of planning application near West Ashling is tree works applications, with 20 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Ashling?
You can search and track planning applications near West Ashling on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.