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Planning in Ashtead

Approved
77%
196 of 250 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ashtead in the last 24 months, from Mole Valley District Council's planning register.

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About Ashtead

Ashtead is a village located in the Mole Valley district of Surrey, about 16 miles south of central London. Positioned along the A24 road between Epsom and Leatherhead, it lies on the northern slopes of the North Downs and is served by the catchment area of The Rye, a tributary of the River Mole. This strategic location may influence local planning applications and developments within the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 14,169. It sits within the Mole Valley district.

Ashtead covers an area of approximately 11.6 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Ashtead show an average sale price of £772,020, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ashtead 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 Ashtead a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ashtead has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Ashtead, 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, 275 planning applications were submitted near Ashtead. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (103), outline applications (19), tree works (16). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

8 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 6 were dismissed (25% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ashtead?
In the last 24 months, 275 planning applications were submitted near Ashtead. The approval rate is 77%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ashtead?
The average planning decision time near Ashtead is 73 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 Ashtead?
The planning approval rate near Ashtead is 77%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ashtead?
The most common type of planning application near Ashtead is full planning applications, with 103 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ashtead?
You can search and track planning applications near Ashtead on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.