Abinger Hammer, Surrey Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Abinger Hammer, Surrey.
Surrey · England · settlement
Planning applications in Abinger Hammer are administered by Elmbridge Borough Council. View the full Elmbridge Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Abinger Hammer
Abinger Hammer is a picturesque village situated in the Mole Valley district of Surrey, nestled within the scenic Vale of Holmesdale in the Surrey Hills National Landscape. Located along the A25, it is approximately 6 miles east of Guildford and 4.5 miles west of Dorking. The village's name is derived from its historic water-powered iron forge, adding to its charm and significance within the region.
District: Abinger
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £484,293 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Mole Valley
- Parliamentary constituency: Dorking and Horley
- LSOA: Mole Valley 012A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Abinger Hammer.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Abinger Hammer.
- 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 Hammer based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
19 planning applications found near Abinger Hammer.
- MO/2026/00426 - COW CORNER, GUILDFORD ROAD, ABINGER HAMMER
Erection of a rear single storey infill extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Detailed Householder | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-03-25 - MO/2026/00264 - TALLBOYS, HAMMERFIELD DRIVE, ABINGER HAMMER
Erection of detached garden pool room
Status: Approved | Type: Detailed Householder | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-02-20 - 129847 - COW CORNER GUILDFORD ROAD ABINGER HAMMER RH5 6RY
Erection of a rear single storey infill extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - MO/2026/00243 - COW CORNER, GUILDFORD ROAD, ABINGER HAMMER
Discharge of Conditions 4 & 5 of approved planning application MO/2025/0983 for the erection of a single storey side extension, with installation of 3 No. rooflights to the west side of the dwelling.
Status: Approved | Type: Approval of Conditions | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-02-12 - 129834 - COW CORNER GUILDFORD ROAD ABINGER HAMMER RH5 6RY
Discharge of Conditions 4 & 5 of approved planning application MO/2025/0983 for the erection of a single storey side extension, with installation of 3 No. rooflights to the west side of the dwelling.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-02-12
View full details - MO/2026/00101 - ABINGER HAMMER MOTOR LTD, ABINGER HAMMER MOTORS, FELDAY ROAD
Demolition of workshop and car dealership, and erection of a two storey building comprising 7. No dwellings with associated access, car parking, amenity space and landscaping.
Status: Undecided | Type: Detailed | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-01-23 - 129675 - TALLBOYS HAMMERFIELD DRIVE ABINGER HAMMER RH5 6QY
Erection of detached garden pool room
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-01-13
View full details - MO/2026/00012 - THE ABINGER COOKERY SCHOOL, GUILDFORD ROAD, ABINGER HAMMER
3 No. Sycamores marked T1,T2, T3, crown reduce by 2.5 metres to 3 metres.
Status: Approved | Type: Conservation Area Trees | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-01-05 - MO/2026/00079 - COW CORNER, GUILDFORD ROAD, ABINGER HAMMER
Replacement of existing timber weatherboarding and the installation of new timber cladding to the full extent of the elevation facing the road.
Status: Approved | Type: Detailed Householder | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-12-29 - 129623 - COW CORNER GUILDFORD ROAD ABINGER HAMMER RH5 6RY
Replacement of existing timber weatherboarding and the installation of new timber cladding to the full extent of the elevation facing the road.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-12-29
View full details - 129608 - ABINGER HAMMER MOTORS FELDAY ROAD ABINGER HAMMER RH5 6QX
Demolition of workshop and car dealership, and erection of a two storey building comprising 7. No dwellings with associated access, car parking, amenity space and landscaping.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - MO/2025/02762 - COW CORNER, GUILDFORD ROAD, ABINGER HAMMER
Certificate of Lawfulness for a proposed development in respect of the construction of a single-storey rear infill extension to the dwelling.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Proposed Certificate of Lawful Use | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-12-08 - MO/2025/02651 - COW CORNER, GUILDFORD ROAD, ABINGER HAMMER
Discharge of Condition 3 of approved planning application MO/2025/0983 for the erection of a single storey side extension, with installation of 3 No. rooflights to the west side of the dwelling. Alter
Status: Approved | Type: Approval of Conditions | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-11-04 - MO/2025/02189 - TALLBOYS, HAMMERFIELD DRIVE, ABINGER HAMMER
Erection of detached garden pool room.
Status: Approved | Type: Detailed Householder | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-09-05 - MO/2025/1128 - The Abinger Cookery School, Guildford Road, Abinger Hammer
Change of use of former cookery school to convert into a detached dwelling with private garden and parking for 4 No. cars.
Status: Approved | Type: Detailed | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-07-01 - MO/2025/0983 - Cow Corner, Guildford Road, Abinger Hammer
Erection of a single storey side extension, with installation of 3 No. rooflights to the west side of the dwelling. Alterations to the roof and external insulation of the existing single-storey struct
Status: Approved | Type: Detailed Householder | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-06-05 - - Tillingbourne Trout Farm, Dorking Road, Abinger Hammer, Dorking, RH5 6SA
Erection of a self build single storey two bedroom rural worker's cottage with associated parking and landscaping following demolition of existing barn.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Guildford | Date: 2025-05-12
View full details - 125028 - Abinger Sports Club, Sports Pavilion, Felday Road, Abinger Hammer, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6QX
Erection of 2 No Paddle Courts.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2024-01-05
View full details - - Little Meadow, Hammerfield Drive, Abinger Hammer, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6QY
Convert garage to habitable accommodation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2023-07-19
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A brief summary of Abinger Hammer in Surrey
Abinger Hammer is a picturesque village situated in the Mole Valley district of Surrey, nestled within the scenic Vale of Holmesdale in the Surrey Hills National Landscape. Located along the A25, it is approximately 6 miles east of Guildford and 4.5 miles west of Dorking. The village's name is derived from its historic water-powered iron forge, adding to its charm and significance within the region. It sits within the Abinger district.
Property prices in Abinger Hammer show an average sale price of £484,293, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Abinger Hammer a particularly low-crime area.
Abinger Hammer has one conservation area within its boundaries: Abinger Hammer. 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 Hammer includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hackhurst and White Downs SSSI; 18 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Abinger Hammer planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Abinger Hammer
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Abinger Hammer. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Abinger Hammer.
The average decision period of 77 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Abinger Hammer were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (4), tree works (3). Full planning applications account for 20% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 14 smaller schemes were submitted.
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