West Sussex · BN11, BN12, BN13, BN14
Retaining Walls in Worthing
A retaining wall is a structural wall built to hold back soil or a change in ground level, most often to create a level garden area, terrace a slope, or prevent erosion near a boundary or driveway.
In Worthing, that covers Tarring, Broadwater, Durrington, Goring-by-Sea, Findon Valley, Heene. Worthing is a seafront town with a strong Edwardian and interwar residential character, notable Art Deco buildings along the seafront, and a wide range of housing types stretching inland towards the South Downs.
Coverage
Areas we cover in Worthing for retaining walls
Property styles in Worthing
Edwardian and interwar semis and terraces make up much of the town's core housing stock, with Art Deco apartment buildings along parts of the seafront and postwar estates further inland. Rear extensions and loft conversions are common on the bay-fronted terraced and semi-detached housing typical of the town.
Planning considerations
Adur & Worthing Councils act as the local planning authority. Several seafront and town centre areas are conservation areas with notable Art Deco buildings, some of which are listed, affecting alterations to elevations and windows.
How it works
Our retaining walls process
- 01
Site survey
Assessing the height and length of ground to be retained, soil type, drainage and access for machinery.
- 02
Design
Sizing the wall, foundation and any reinforcement for the height and loading involved — engineer-designed for taller or loaded walls.
- 03
Foundations and drainage
Excavating and casting a suitable foundation, and installing land drainage and weep holes behind the wall.
- 04
Wall construction and backfill
Building the wall in the agreed material, then backfilling in stages with appropriate drainage material.
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FAQs
Retaining Walls in Worthing: FAQs
Do you provide retaining walls across all of Worthing?
Yes, we cover the BN11, BN12, BN13 and BN14 postcode areas in full, including Tarring, Broadwater, Durrington, Goring-by-Sea, Findon Valley, Heene.
Do I need planning permission for a retaining wall?
Most garden retaining walls fall under permitted development, but taller walls, those near a public highway, or in a conservation area, may need planning permission or Building Regulations consideration — we confirm the position for your specific site during survey.
Does a retaining wall need its own foundation and drainage?
Yes. A retaining wall needs a foundation sized for the height and loading involved, plus drainage behind the wall (such as land drain and weep holes) to relieve water pressure — without this, walls are prone to bulging or failing over time.
Are Worthing's seafront buildings protected?
Many of the town's notable Art Deco and Edwardian seafront buildings are listed or within conservation areas, which affects what external changes can be made without consent. We check this for individual properties.
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Last reviewed 2026-07-28.