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Planning in West Blatchington

Approved
97%
29 of 29 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of West Blatchington in the last 24 months, from Brighton and Hove City Council's planning register.

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About West Blatchington

West Blatchington is a residential area located in Hove, part of the city of Brighton and Hove in East Sussex, England. This suburban locale is characterized by its diverse housing and community amenities, making it relevant for those researching planning applications and development opportunities in the region. It sits within the Brighton and Hove district.

Property prices in West Blatchington show an average sale price of £461,044, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The West Blatchington area recorded 219 crimes in the most recent reporting period (February 2026). As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

The area around West Blatchington has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Blatchington 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 West Blatchington, 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, 110 planning applications were submitted near West Blatchington. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (32), outline applications (21), discharge of conditions (6). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Blatchington?
In the last 24 months, 110 planning applications were submitted near West Blatchington. The approval rate is 97%.
How long do planning decisions take near West Blatchington?
The average planning decision time near West Blatchington is 71 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 Blatchington?
The planning approval rate near West Blatchington is 97%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Blatchington?
The most common type of planning application near West Blatchington is full planning applications, with 32 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Blatchington?
You can search and track planning applications near West Blatchington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.