Banstead, Surrey Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Banstead, Surrey.
Surrey · England · Town
Planning applications in Banstead are administered by Reigate And Banstead Borough Council. View the full Reigate And Banstead Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Banstead
Banstead is a town located in the borough of Reigate and Banstead, Surrey, England. Situated approximately 3 miles south of Sutton and 14 miles from Central London, it is well-connected to surrounding areas, including Croydon to the southwest and Kingston-upon-Thames to the southeast. This prime location makes it a relevant area for potential planning applications and development opportunities.
Population: 16,666 · Area: 8.3 km²
District: Reigate and Banstead
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £635,472 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Reigate and Banstead
- Parliamentary constituency: Reigate
- LSOA: Reigate and Banstead 002D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Banstead.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Banstead.
- 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 Banstead based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
41 planning applications found near Banstead.
- 26/01148/CON - The Squirrels The Horseshoe Banstead Surrey SM7 2BQ
THIS IS A CONSULTATION FROM SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL. Details of Arboricultural protection measures submitted pursuant to Condition 16 of planning permission ref: RE25/00181/CON dated 19 March 2025. (Thi
Status: Undecided | Council: Reigate and Banstead | Date: 2026-07-09 - 26/00994/CAN - All Saints Church High Street Banstead Surrey
T1 Conifer - Graveyard by footpath: Tree has suffered large limb failure which was removed under a 5 day notice - to reduce remaining canopy by up to 2.5 metres shaping accordingly in order tp reduce
Status: Undecided | Council: Reigate and Banstead | Date: 2026-06-09 - 26/00995/CLP - 13 Garden Close Banstead Surrey SM7 2QB
Loft conversion with new gable and rear dormer.
Status: Undecided | Council: Reigate and Banstead | Date: 2026-06-09 - - All Saints Church High Street Banstead Surrey
T1 Conifer - Graveyard by footpath: Tree has suffered large limb failure which was removed under a 5 day notice - to reduce remaining canopy by up to 2.5 metres shaping accordingly in order tp reduce
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Reigate | Date: 2026-06-09
View full details - 26/00916/TPO - 25 Courtlands Crescent Banstead Surrey SM7 2PL
T1 - Beech - All round crown reduction by 2.5 meters. T2 - Sycamore - Re-pollard to previous points (approx. 2m reduction). T3 - Beech -All round crown reduction by 2.5 meters. This work represents th
Status: Undecided | Council: Reigate and Banstead | Date: 2026-05-28 - 25/00610/DET04 - The Childrens Trust Tadworth 101 High Street Banstead Surrey SM7 2NL
Submission of written material details pursuant to condition 4 of permission 25/00610/F. Change of use of upper floors from use class E to residential use (C3) with associated first and second floor e
Status: Undecided | Council: Reigate and Banstead | Date: 2026-05-27 - 25/00610/DET05 - The Childrens Trust Tadworth 101 High Street Banstead Surrey SM7 2NL
Submission of biodiversity enhancement measure details pursuant to condition 5 of permission 25/00610/F. Change of use of upper floors from use class E to residential use (C3) with associated first an
Status: Undecided | Council: Reigate and Banstead | Date: 2026-05-27 - 26/00825/PAP3MA - Lorimers 46 High Street Banstead Surrey SM7 2LX
Conversion of first floor of part of a class E property to a 2 bedroom flat with ancillary space on the ground floor
Status: Undecided | Council: Reigate and Banstead | Date: 2026-05-13 - - Land Parcel Opposite 21 To 21C Wellesford Close Banstead Surrey
Submission of materials details pursuant to condition 16 of permission 25/00946/S73. Residential development comprising 15 houses and 2 maisonettes, formation of a new access road, associated car park
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Reigate | Date: 2026-05-08
View full details - - The Squirrels The Horseshoe Banstead Surrey SM7 2BQ
THIS IS A CONSULTATION FROM SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL. Details of EV charging and cycle parking installation pursuant to Conditions 6 and 7 of planning permission ref: RE25/00181/CON dated 19 March 2025 (
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Reigate | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - Lorimers 46 High Street Banstead Surrey SM7 2LX
Single storey upward extension to accommodate a two bedroom 3 person flat
Status: Undecided | Council: Reigate | Date: 2026-04-27
View full details - - 19 Harbourfield Road Banstead Surrey SM7 2DE
Single storey rear extension. Max height 3m, height at eaves 2.8m and extending 4m beyond the rear wall.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Reigate | Date: 2026-04-22
View full details - - Knole Kenilworth Close Banstead Surrey SM7 2BJ
Submission of landscaping scheme details pursuant to condition 3 of permission 25/01634/F. Replacement of the existing dwelling further to demolition.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Reigate | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - Knole Kenilworth Close Banstead Surrey SM7 2BJ
Submission of bicycle facility details pursuant to condition 6 of permission 25/01634/F. Replacement of the existing dwelling further to demolition.ion.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Reigate | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 18 Garratts Lane Banstead Surrey SM7 2EA
Single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Reigate | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - 16 Holly Hill Drive Banstead Surrey SM7 2BD
Non Material Amendment. Rationalisation of the internal layout to provide 3 bedrooms (4 person occupancy) plus study. Removal of external door (previously to refuse store) and replacement with 2 x win
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Reigate | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 11 Greenhayes Avenue Banstead Surrey SM7 2JF
Loft conversion, including minor alterations to the existing roof form and installation of pitched roof windows.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Reigate | Date: 2026-03-06
View full details - - The Squirrels The Horseshoe Banstead Surrey SM7 2BQ
THIS IS A CONSULTATION FROM SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL. Non-material amendment to planning permission ref: RE25/00181/CON dated 19 March 2025 to amend documents under Condition 10 to make changes to the of
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Reigate | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - 9 Great Ellshams Banstead Surrey SM7 2BA
Rear, single-storey, kitchen extension including replacement roofs to existing single-storey elements with internal, ground floor layout alterations and refurbishment. Variation of condition 1 of perm
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: Reigate | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - 18 Park Road Banstead Surrey SM7 3BY
Demolition of existing ground floor attached rear conservatory and the erection of a ground floor rear extension. Replacement windows and doors to the side of the property.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Reigate | Date: 2026-01-12
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A brief summary of Banstead in Surrey
Banstead is a town located in the borough of Reigate and Banstead, Surrey, England. Situated approximately 3 miles south of Sutton and 14 miles from Central London, it is well-connected to surrounding areas, including Croydon to the southwest and Kingston-upon-Thames to the southeast. This prime location makes it a relevant area for potential planning applications and development opportunities. The Town has a population of approximately 16,666. It sits within the Reigate and Banstead district.
Banstead covers an area of approximately 8.3 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 Banstead show an average sale price of £635,472, 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 Banstead a particularly low-crime area.
Banstead has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Park Road and Mint Road, Banstead. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Banstead includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Banstead Downs SSSI, Chipstead Downs SSSI; 9 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Banstead
In the last 24 months, 118 planning applications were submitted near Banstead. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Banstead maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
At 63 days on average, decisions near Banstead slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Banstead were full planning applications (33), discharge of conditions (33), outline applications (17). Full planning applications account for 28% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 11 medium-scale applications, 84 smaller schemes were submitted.
2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 27 applications
- Refused: 3 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 87 applications
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