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Planning in Burpham

Approved
87%
67 of 76 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Burpham

Postcode districts

GU4 264 applications in the last 12 monthsGU1 502 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 Burpham

Burpham is a suburb of Guildford in Surrey, known for its historic village centre. The area features George Abbot School, a variety of local shops, and the esteemed Sutherland Memorial Park, making it an appealing location for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,221. It sits within the Guildford district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Burpham 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 Burpham, 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, 94 planning applications were submitted near Burpham. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (31), tree works (7), outline applications (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Burpham?
In the last 24 months, 94 planning applications were submitted near Burpham. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Burpham?
The average planning decision time near Burpham is 61 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 Burpham?
The planning approval rate near Burpham is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Burpham?
The most common type of planning application near Burpham is full planning applications, with 31 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Burpham?
You can search and track planning applications near Burpham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.