How long do planning decisions take near Blackbrook?

The average planning decision time near Blackbrook is 51 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 Blackbrook?

The planning approval rate near Blackbrook is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Blackbrook?

The most common type of planning application near Blackbrook is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Blackbrook?

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Blackbrook, Surrey Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Blackbrook, Surrey.

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Area Information

Admin district: Mole Valley
Parliamentary constituency: Dorking and Horley
LSOA: Mole Valley 012B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Blackbrook.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Blackbrook.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
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Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
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Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
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Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Blackbrook based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Blackbrook.

MO/2026/00198 - SCAMMELLS CORNER, RED LANE
Permission in Principle for the proposed erection of 3 No. barn style dwellings together with associated access and landscaping.
Status: Refused | Type: PIP - Permission in Principle Others | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-02-11
129790 - SCAMMELLS CORNER RED LANE SOUTH HOLMWOOD RH5 4DU
Permission in Principle for the proposed erection of 3 No. barn style dwellings together with associated access and landscaping.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-01-26
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A brief summary of Blackbrook in Surrey

Blackbrook is a settlement located in Surrey, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Blackbrook a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Blackbrook includes 13 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.

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Planning Activity in Blackbrook

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Blackbrook. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 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 Blackbrook.

The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Blackbrook were outline applications (1).

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