Westhampnett, West Sussex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Westhampnett, West Sussex.
West Sussex · England · settlement
About Westhampnett
Westhampnett is a historic village and civil parish located just northeast of Chichester in West Sussex. Known for its pre-Norman heritage, the village features several listed buildings, including the Saxon church of St Peter, which is the final resting place of three bishops of Chichester. The parish encompasses much of the Goodwood estate, which offers a range of amenities such as golf courses, a cricket club, a motor-racing circuit, and an airfield, making it a vibrant area for potential planning applications.
Population: 1,238 (2021) · Area: 8.9 km²
District: Chichester
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £497,510 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Chichester
- Parliamentary constituency: Chichester
- LSOA: Chichester 011A
Crime Statistics
55 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- shoplifting: 19
- violent-crime: 15
- anti-social-behaviour: 8
- other-theft: 4
- burglary: 2
- criminal-damage-arson: 2
- public-order: 2
- other-crime: 2
- drugs: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Westhampnett.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Westhampnett.
- 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 Westhampnett based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
15 planning applications found near Westhampnett.
- - Rolls Royce Motor Cars The Drive Westhampnett Chichester West Sussex PO18 0SH
Discharge of conditions 15 (SUDs) and 16 (Fould drainage) from planning permission 23/01855/FULEIA
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-04-17
View full details - - Land To The Rear Of 26 And 27 Coach Road Westhampnett Chichester West Sussex PO18 0NX
Discharge of conditions 2 (CMS), 3, 4 and 5 (Contamination Land), 6 (Schedule of Materials) and 7 (Solar Panels) from planning permission WH/25/00191/FUL.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Chichester | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - Rolls Royce Motor Cars The Drive Westhampnett Chichester West Sussex PO18 0SH
Adjoining Authority Consultation - Chichester District Council (WH/25/02628/DOC) - Discharge of condition 11 (Scheme of Design for the Photovoltaic (PV) Panels), 17 (Details of External Lighting) and
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - Rolls Royce Motor Cars The Drive Westhampnett Chichester West Sussex PO18 0SH
Discharge of condition 11 (Scheme of Design for the Photovoltaic (PV) Panels), 17 (Details of External Lighting) and 18 (Mitigation of Escape of Interior Light) from planning permission WH/23/01855/FU
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-10-31
View full details - - 30 Vespasian Close Westhampnett Chichester West Sussex PO18 0FS
Confirmation of Compliance of Conditions 1, 4, 5, 11, 13, 14 and 17 for planning permission WH/15/01695/REM.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-10-08
View full details - - Land at Maudlin Farm Dairy Lane Maudlin Westhampnett Chichester West Sussex PO18 0PE
Adjoining Authority Consultation - Chichester District Council (WH/25/01662/OUT) - Outline planning application (with all matters reserved except for access) for the construction of up to 265 no. resi
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: South Downs | Date: 2025-08-13
View full details - - Rolls Royce Motor Cars The Drive Westhampnett Chichester West Sussex PO18 0SH
Discharge of condition 12 (Surface water drainage) from planning permission WH/23/01855/FULEIA.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-04-01
View full details - - Rolls Royce Motor Cars The Drive Westhampnett Chichester West Sussex PO18 0SH
Discharge of condition 25 (EV charging) from planning permission 23/01855/FULEIA
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-03-21
View full details - - Rolls Royce Motor Cars The Drive Westhampnett Chichester West Sussex PO18 0SH
Non-material amendment to Planning Permission 23/01855/FULEIA - to amend Conditions 4, 5 and 24 for refinements to the final design and to repond to operational/process changes in Rolls-Royce producti
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-02-21
View full details - - Rolls Royce Motor Cars The Drive Westhampnett Chichester West Sussex PO18 0SH
Discharge of condion 10 (materials) from planning permission 23/01855/FULEIA
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Chichester | Date: 2025-02-11
View full details - - Rolls Royce Motor Cars The Drive Westhampnett Chichester West Sussex PO18 0SH
Discharge of condition 12 (phase 1 surface water drainage) from planning permission 23/01855/FULEIA
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Chichester | Date: 2024-12-11
View full details - - Rolls Royce Motor Cars The Drive Westhampnett Chichester West Sussex PO18 0SH
Discharge of condition 12 (Phase 1 Surface Water Drainage Scheme) of permission 23/01855/FULEIA.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Chichester | Date: 2024-11-08
View full details - - Rolls Royce Motor Cars The Drive Westhampnett Chichester West Sussex PO18 0SH
Part discharge of conditons 6 (CEMP) and 7 (Phase 1 - Construction Traffic MP) and full discharge of condition 9 (Biodiversity Measures) of permission 23/01855/FULEIA.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Chichester | Date: 2024-06-21
View full details - - Rolls Royce Motor Cars The Drive Westhampnett Chichester West Sussex PO18 0SH
Installation of plant and associated works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chichester | Date: 2024-04-19
View full details - - Rolls Royce Motor Cars The Drive Westhampnett Chichester West Sussex PO18 0SH
Non-material amendment to Planning Permission WH/22/00090/FUL to extend permission for erection of a temporary events structure by additional 12 months.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Chichester | Date: 2023-11-22
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A brief summary of Westhampnett in West Sussex
Westhampnett is a historic village and civil parish located just northeast of Chichester in West Sussex. Known for its pre-Norman heritage, the village features several listed buildings, including the Saxon church of St Peter, which is the final resting place of three bishops of Chichester. The parish encompasses much of the Goodwood estate, which offers a range of amenities such as golf courses, a cricket club, a motor-racing circuit, and an airfield, making it a vibrant area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,238 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chichester district.
Westhampnett covers an area of approximately 8.9 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Westhampnett show an average sale price of £497,510, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
The Westhampnett area recorded 55 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Westhampnett includes 2 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Westhampnett 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.
Planning Activity in Westhampnett
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Westhampnett. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Westhampnett may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Westhampnett were discharge of conditions (11), outline applications (2), full planning applications (1).
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 15 smaller schemes were submitted.
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