How long do planning decisions take near Abinger Common?

The average planning decision time near Abinger Common is 57 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Abinger Common?

The most common type of planning application near Abinger Common is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Abinger Common, Surrey Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Abinger Common, Surrey.

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About Abinger Common

Abinger Common is a picturesque civil parish located in the Mole Valley district of Surrey, England. Nestled between the settlements of Dorking, Shere, and Ewhurst, it features a predominantly rural landscape characterized by extensive woodlands, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to conservation and rural development.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £557,199 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Mole Valley
Parliamentary constituency: Dorking and Horley
LSOA: Mole Valley 012B

Crime Statistics

3 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

possession-of-weapons: 1
vehicle-crime: 1
violent-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Abinger Common.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Abinger Common.

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 Abinger Common based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Abinger Common.

MO/2026/00502 - 26, EVELYN COTTAGES, ABINGER
Installation of 120mm Wetherby External Wall Insulation to all external elevations with brick slip finish.
Status: Undecided | Type: Detailed Householder | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-03-27
MO/2026/00282 - BLUE HILLS, ABINGER LANE, ABINGER
Erection of two storey side extension.
Status: Refused | Type: Detailed Householder | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-02-26
MO/2026/00271 - 8, EVELYN COTTAGES, ABINGER
Installation of external wall insulation to all external elevations.
Status: Approved | Type: Detailed Householder | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-02-12
MO/2026/00270 - 19, EVELYN COTTAGES, ABINGER
Installation of external wall insulation to all external elevations with brick slip finish.
Status: Approved | Type: Detailed Householder | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-02-12
MO/2026/00237 - BLUE HILLS, ABINGER LANE, ABINGER
Discharge of Condition 7 of approved planning application MO/2024/1054 for the erection of 1 No. dwelling following demolition of existing and erection of a detached pool house and pool following demo
Status: Approved | Type: Approval of Conditions | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-02-11
- The Old Coal Yard, Land to the Southeast of Felday Houses, Horsham Road, Holmbury St Mary, Guildford
Change of use of former coal yard to residential (C3) together with erection of a detached dwelling following demolition of existing buildings.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Guildford | Date: 2026-02-10
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MO/2025/0801 - Blue Hills, Abinger Lane, Abinger
Discharge of conditions 3, 5, 7, 8 and 9 of approved planning permission MO/2024/1054 for the erection of 1 No. dwelling following demolition of existing and erection of a detached pool house and pool
Status: Decided | Type: Approval of Conditions | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-05-06

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A brief summary of Abinger Common in Surrey

Property prices in Abinger Common show an average sale price of £557,199, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Abinger Common is generally good, with just 3 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Abinger Common has one conservation area within its boundaries: Holmbury St Mary. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Abinger Common includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Leith Hill SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Surrey Hills. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Abinger Common

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Abinger Common. The average decision time was 57 days.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Abinger Common slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Abinger Common were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 17% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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