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Planning in Burstow

Only 6 decisions near Burstow in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Burstow in the last 24 months, from Reigate and Banstead Borough Council's planning register.

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About Burstow

Burstow is a charming village and civil parish in Surrey's Tandridge district, featuring its primary settlement, Smallfield. Located just 2.5 miles northeast of Gatwick Airport and the M23 motorway, the area offers convenient access for commuters, with London positioned 24.5 miles to the north and Horley railway station nearby. Additionally, the bustling town of Crawley lies 3.7 miles southwest, making Burstow an attractive location for both residential and commercial planning opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,562 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Tandridge district.

Burstow covers an area of approximately 11.4 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

The area around Burstow has 15 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Burstow 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 Burstow, 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, 15 planning applications were submitted near Burstow.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Burstow?
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Burstow.
What types of planning applications are most common near Burstow?
The most common type of planning application near Burstow is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Burstow?
You can search and track planning applications near Burstow on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.