Welcome to Compton
Compton Parish is a rural civic parish encompassing the villages and areas surrounding Compton, West Marden and Up Marden in West Sussex
We are proud to serve our local community and represent the interests of the residents in our area. As a Parish Council based in the heart of the South Downs National Park, we play a vital role in shaping the future of our beautiful parish. A Parish Council is the smallest unit of local government in the UK, consisting of elected officers who volunteer their time and expertise to make a positive difference in their community. Our primary purpose is to serve as a voice for our residents and work towards enhancing the quality of life in our parish.
Contact Information
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- Address
- Compton Parish Council
Parish Councils PO Box 867
Chichester
West Sussex
PO19 9YX
Forthcoming Meetings
News
Wellbeing
Octagon Medical Support Fund — First Aid Course
Paramedic Steve from HS First Aid Training will be coming to Forestside Hall from 10am to 12.30pm on Saturday 26 September to give our community some basics in first aid.
Climate
Residents invited to help shape a greener, more resilient future for West Sussex
The West Sussex Joint Climate Change Board (WSJCCB), made up of representatives from county (WSCC), district, and borough councils, and other key stakeholders, is developing shared action plans for tackling climate change across the county.
Society
Affordable Homes for Local People
Affordable Housing Exhibition -Wednesday the 1st July 2026 at Compton and Up Marden CE School Hall - 3:45 to 7:15pm
Society
Government launches further consultation on local government reorganisation in Sussex
Consultation on the modification to the two unitary proposal received from Adur District Council, Arun District Council, Chichester District Council, Crawley Borough Council, Horsham District Council, Mid-Sussex District Council and Worthing Borough Council - Consultation closes midnight 15th June.
Quick Links
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Past Council Meetings
See the most recent full council meetings including agendas, minutes and supporting documents
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Transparency
Find documents published by the council, including financial accounts, data policies, statutory documents and more.
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Services
Discover the services that we provide to residents, as well as signposting to local groups, societies and local events.
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Report a Crime
Report a crime online to Sussex Police
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Report a Problem with Roads and Pavements in the Parish
Report issues such as potholes, flytipping, flooding, overgrowth or damage on roads and pavements.
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Chichester District Council Bin Collection Timetable
Click to find your bin collection day, report a missed bin collection or to replace your bin.
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Report a problem with a Public Right of Way
Public Rights of Way include footpaths, bridle paths, restricted byways and byways open to all traffic.
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Flooding, Drainage and Gullies
Find out about road flooding, drainage issues and gully emptying from WSCC
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Defib Finder UK
Link to Defibfinder UK to locate defibrillators anywhere in the UK. Compton Parish has two defibrillators.
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How to Respond to Planning Applications
A link to the 2025 guide produced by the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE) and the National Association of Local Councils (NALC) to help members of the public
People
James Bray
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jbray@
comptonwestsussex-pc. gov. uk - Councillor
Martin Edney
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medney@
comptonwestsussex-pc. gov. uk - Vice Chairman
Stuart Reid
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sreid@
comptonwestsussex-pc. gov. uk - Councillor
Council and Staff Figures
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Area Information
Stats
| Population Estimate | 395 |
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| County | West Sussex |
| Region | South East |
| Country | England |
| Postcode District | PO18 |
| Dialling Code | 02392, 01243 |
| Police Force | Funtington Neighbourhood Policing Team |
| Fire Authority | West Sussex Fire and Rescue Team |
| Health Protection Team | Surrey and Sussex HPT (South East) |