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Planning in Burntcommon

Approved
81%
43 of 50 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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Around Burntcommon

Postcode districts

GU23 242 applications in the last 12 monthsGU4 264 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Guildford Borough Council

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About Burntcommon

Burntcommon is a village and civil parish located in the Guildford borough of Surrey, England. The name is believed to mean "sandy place," reflecting the area's historical sand extraction activities, which were carried out at various sites on the parish's outskirts until the 1990s. This context may be relevant for those considering planning applications or developments in the area.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Burntcommon 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 Burntcommon a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Burntcommon 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 Burntcommon, 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, 72 planning applications were submitted near Burntcommon. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 86 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (18), discharge of conditions (9), amendments (9). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Burntcommon?
In the last 24 months, 72 planning applications were submitted near Burntcommon. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Burntcommon?
The average planning decision time near Burntcommon is 86 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 Burntcommon?
The planning approval rate near Burntcommon is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Burntcommon?
The most common type of planning application near Burntcommon is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Burntcommon?
You can search and track planning applications near Burntcommon on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.