How many planning applications has Surrey Heath Borough Council received?

Surrey Heath Borough Council received 1,340 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 86%.

How long does Surrey Heath Borough Council take to decide planning applications?

Surrey Heath Borough Council takes an average of 55 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 Surrey Heath Borough Council?

Surrey Heath 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 Surrey Heath Borough Council?

To object to a Surrey Heath Borough Council planning application, you must submit your representation to Surrey Heath 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 Surrey Heath Borough Council planning portal where objections can be submitted.

Can I appeal a Surrey Heath Borough Council planning decision?

Yes. If Surrey Heath Borough Council refuses your planning application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 506 appeals were lodged against Surrey Heath Borough Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 32% success rate.

Surrey Heath Borough Council Planning Applications

Q: How do I search Surrey Heath Borough Council planning applications?

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

Search and explore Surrey Heath Borough Council planning applications. Planning Signal is your free alternative to the Surrey Heath Borough Council planning portal — search all recent applications, track decisions, and get alerts on new developments in the area.

Region: South East

About Surrey Heath Borough Council

Surrey Heath Borough Council, located in Camberley, is a key local authority in Surrey, England. The borough is predominantly situated within the Metropolitan Green Belt, which plays a significant role in shaping planning applications and land use within the area. For anyone researching planning matters in Surrey Heath, understanding the implications of this designation is essential.

Council Planning Features

Planning Applications - Browse all applications submitted to Surrey Heath Borough Council, filterable by status, type, and size
Planning Activity Summary - Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Surrey Heath Borough Council
Keyword Scorecard - See how often applications in Surrey Heath 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 010B

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 Surrey Heath 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 Surrey Heath Borough Council based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in Surrey Heath Borough Council

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

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings in the Surrey Heath Borough Council area.

Monitoring Stations

6 flood monitoring stations near Surrey Heath 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 Surrey Heath Borough Council

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

The Surrey Heath 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 9 designated conservation areas within the Surrey Heath 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: Windlesham, Updown Hill, RMA (Former) Staff College and London Road, Camberley, Bagshot Park, Bagshot, Chobham Village, Upper Gordon Road to Church Hill, Camberley, Bagshot, Church Road, Windlesham, Church Road and Kennel Lane, Bagshot Village, Basingstoke Canal.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The Surrey Heath 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 Surrey Heath Borough Council Planning Applications

Planning Signal provides a free, fast planning search for Surrey Heath Borough Council. Use the postcode search above to find planning applications near any address in the Surrey Heath Borough Council area. Unlike the official Surrey Heath Borough Council planning portal, Planning Signal lets you save searches, watch individual applications, and receive email alerts when decisions are made or new applications are submitted nearby.

Whether you're a resident checking Surrey Heath 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 Surrey Heath Borough Council.

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 1,340 planning applications Surrey Heath Borough Council received. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

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

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types in Surrey Heath Borough Council were full planning applications (407), tree works (274), outline applications (126). Full planning applications account for 30% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 10 large-scale (major) developments, 23 medium-scale applications, 1,092 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

506 planning appeals were lodged against Surrey Heath Borough Council decisions, of which 145 were allowed and 312 were dismissed (32% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 568 applications
Refused: 65 applications
Withdrawn: 29 applications
Awaiting decision: 675 applications

Related Planning Guides

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What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
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