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19 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Ash · updated daily · Guildford Borough Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 19 · received or decided in the last 90 days

The Mallows, Grange Road, Ash, Guildford, GU12 6ESAwaiting decisionLawful Development Certificate for existing use of garage as habitable space with associated changes to fenestrationReceived 29 Oct 202626/P/01413
43 Vale Road, Ash Vale, Guildford, GU12 5HRApprovedCertificate of lawfulness for proposed development to establish whether the construction of a single storey rear extension following demolition of existing conservatory is lawful.Received 18 Sep 2026Decided 26 Oct 202626/P/01245
62 Guildford Road, Ash, Guildford, GU12 6BTRefusedCertificate of lawfulness for proposed development to establish whether a loft conversion with the introduction of velux windows is lawful.Received 10 Sep 2026Decided 26 Oct 202626/P/01216
Land at Ash Grange Nursery and Primary School, Ash Church Road, Ash, Guildford, GU12 6LXAwaiting decisionConsultation from Surrey County Council for 'Erection of extensions to existing school building, associated development and temporary vehicular access.' (This application is determined by Surrey County Council under their ref SCCRef-2026-0137.)Received 8 Sep 202626/CON/00034
Land at Ash Grange Nursery and Primary School, Ash Church Road, Ash, Guildford, GU12 6LXAwaiting decisionEcrection of extensions to existing school building, associated development and temporary vehicul...Received 4 Sep 202626/CON/00032

Planning in Ash

Approved: 92%; 44 of 47 decided
Decision time: about 13 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ash in the last 24 months, from Guildford Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Ash

Postcode districts

GU12 173 applications in the last 12 months

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About Ash

Ash is a village and civil parish located in the far west of Guildford, Surrey, situated on the eastern bank of the River Blackwater. The area benefits from a railway station on the Reading-Guildford-Gatwick line and direct road access to Aldershot, Farnham, and Guildford. With a population of 6,120 as recorded in the 2011 census, Ash features a local museum in the cemetery chapel, a large secondary school, and a library, making it a well-equipped community for residents and potential developers alike. The settlement has a population of approximately 18,104 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Guildford district.

Ash covers an area of approximately 9.7 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ash area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Ash a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ash has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ash 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Ash, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 59 planning applications were submitted near Ash. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 90 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (18), discharge of conditions (7), outline applications (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ash?

In the last 24 months, 59 planning applications were submitted near Ash. The approval rate is 92%.

How long do planning decisions take near Ash?

The average planning decision time near Ash is 90 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Ash?

The planning approval rate near Ash is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ash?

The most common type of planning application near Ash is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ash?

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