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Planning in Betchworth

Approved
78%
25 of 31 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Betchworth

Betchworth is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Mole Valley district of Surrey, England. Situated on the north bank of the River Mole and south of the A25 road, it lies approximately 3 miles east of Dorking and west of Reigate, with London 19.5 miles to the north. This charming setting makes Betchworth an attractive location for planning applications, offering a blend of rural tranquility and accessibility to urban amenities. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,060 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mole Valley district.

Betchworth covers an area of approximately 9.9 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 Betchworth show an average sale price of £713,293, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Betchworth 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 Betchworth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Betchworth has 16 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Betchworth 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 Betchworth, 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, 38 planning applications were submitted near Betchworth. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), tree works (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Betchworth?
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Betchworth. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Betchworth?
The average planning decision time near Betchworth is 71 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 Betchworth?
The planning approval rate near Betchworth is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Betchworth?
The most common type of planning application near Betchworth is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Betchworth?
You can search and track planning applications near Betchworth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.