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Planning in West Worthing

Approved
92%
202 of 216 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Adur District CouncilCouncil page

Around West Worthing

Postcode districts

BN11 249 applications in the last 12 monthsBN14 222 applications in the last 12 monthsBN12 184 applications in the last 12 monthsBN13 157 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Adur District Council

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About West Worthing

West Worthing is a distinctive neighbourhood in Worthing, West Sussex, developed as an exclusive resort starting in 1864. It originally emerged within the Heene area and later expanded beyond its boundaries. In 1890, West Worthing merged with the separate township of Worthing, coinciding with Worthing's attainment of borough status, making it an important area for planning applications in the region.

Property prices in West Worthing show an average sale price of £383,206, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes West Worthing a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Worthing 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 Worthing, 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, 253 planning applications were submitted near West Worthing. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (112), tree works (60), outline applications (15).

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 West Worthing?
In the last 24 months, 253 planning applications were submitted near West Worthing. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near West Worthing?
The average planning decision time near West Worthing is 77 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 Worthing?
The planning approval rate near West Worthing is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Worthing?
The most common type of planning application near West Worthing is full planning applications, with 112 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Worthing?
You can search and track planning applications near West Worthing on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.