How many planning applications has Epsom and Ewell Borough Council received?

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council received 781 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 86%.

How long does Epsom and Ewell Borough Council take to decide planning applications?

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council takes an average of 44 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for Epsom and Ewell Borough Council?

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council approves 86% of planning applications. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

How do I object to a planning application in Epsom and Ewell Borough Council?

To object to a Epsom and Ewell Borough Council planning application, you must submit your representation to Epsom and Ewell Borough Council during the public consultation period — typically 21 days from the date the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows you the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Epsom and Ewell Borough Council planning portal where objections can be submitted.

Can I appeal a Epsom and Ewell Borough Council planning decision?

Yes. If Epsom and Ewell Borough Council refuses your planning application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 377 appeals were lodged against Epsom and Ewell Borough Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 30% success rate.

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council Planning Applications

Q: How do I search Epsom and Ewell Borough Council planning applications?

You can search Epsom and Ewell Borough Council planning applications by postcode on Planning Signal. Enter any postcode in the Epsom and Ewell Borough Council area to see all nearby applications, filter by type, and track decisions in real time.

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Region: South East

About Epsom and Ewell Borough Council

Epsom and Ewell Borough Council is a local authority in Surrey, England, encompassing the towns of Epsom and Ewell. Situated just outside Greater London and entirely within the M25 motorway, the borough's urban areas contribute to the Greater London Built-up Area, making it a significant location for planning applications in the region.

Council Planning Features

Planning Applications - Browse all applications submitted to Epsom and Ewell Borough Council, filterable by status, type, and size
Planning Activity Summary - Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Epsom and Ewell Borough Council
Keyword Scorecard - See how often applications in Epsom and Ewell Borough Council mention key planning constraints like heritage, flood risk, and environmental concerns
Council Boundary Map - Interactive map showing the council boundary and application locations
Full Details - View complete application details, dates and decision status

Council Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £443,141 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Runnymede
Parliamentary constituency: Runnymede and Weybridge
LSOA: Runnymede 010E

Crime Statistics

161 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 53
anti-social-behaviour: 40
shoplifting: 14
public-order: 13
other-theft: 12
criminal-damage-arson: 8
possession-of-weapons: 6
other-crime: 6
burglary: 3
vehicle-crime: 3
bicycle-theft: 2
drugs: 1

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications in Epsom and Ewell Borough Council.

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 Epsom and Ewell Borough Council based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in Epsom and Ewell Borough Council

479 towns and villages. Click any town to search for planning applications nearby.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings in the Epsom and Ewell Borough Council area.

Monitoring Stations

6 flood monitoring stations near Epsom and Ewell Borough Council.

Pound Mill, Staines (Wraysbury River)
Chertsey Lock (River Thames)
Chertsey Bourne
Old Woking (River Wey)
Guildford Street (Chertsey Bourne)
Millbourne Bridge (Mill Bourne)

A brief summary of Epsom and Ewell Borough Council

The average property sale price in the Epsom and Ewell Borough Council area is £443,141, based on 50 recent transactions.

The Epsom and Ewell Borough Council area recorded 161 crimes in the most recent reporting period. Prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Conservation Areas

There are 21 designated conservation areas within the Epsom and Ewell Borough Council area. Planning applications within or near these areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve architectural and historic character. Permitted development rights may be restricted.

Conservation areas include: Worple Road, Ewell Village, West Park (Epsom), Chalk Lane, Providence Place, Burgh Heath Road, Ewell Downs Road, Higher Green, St Ebbas (Epsom), Horton (Epsom), and 11 more.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The Epsom and Ewell Borough Council area includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

The council area encompasses 479 towns and villages, including Addlestone, Ashford, Banstead, Camberley, Caterham and Chertsey. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search Epsom and Ewell Borough Council Planning Applications

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Whether you're a resident checking Epsom and Ewell Borough Council planning applications near your home, a homeowner tracking your own application, or a property professional monitoring the local market, Planning Signal gives you the tools to stay informed about planning and development across Epsom and Ewell Borough Council.

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 781 planning applications Epsom and Ewell Borough Council received. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Epsom and Ewell Borough Council maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types in Epsom and Ewell Borough Council were full planning applications (212), outline applications (132), tree works (92). Full planning applications account for 27% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 3 medium-scale applications, 546 smaller schemes were submitted.

377 planning appeals were lodged against Epsom and Ewell Borough Council decisions, of which 103 were allowed and 246 were dismissed (30% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 300 applications
Refused: 40 applications
Withdrawn: 7 applications
Awaiting decision: 431 applications

Related Planning Guides

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