How long do planning decisions take near Burstow?

The average planning decision time near Burstow is 54 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 Burstow?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Burstow?

The most common type of planning application near Burstow is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Burstow?

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Burstow, Surrey Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Burstow, Surrey.

Surrey · England · settlement

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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.

Population: 4,562 (2021) · Area: 11.4 km²

District: Tandridge

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £439,175 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Reigate and Banstead
Parliamentary constituency: Dorking and Horley
LSOA: Reigate and Banstead 018E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Burstow.

Keyword Scorecard

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

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

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

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Burstow.

- Land Opposite To Peeks Rough Farm Peeks Brook Lane Horley Surrey RH6 9SX
Change the use of area of land within our ownership to garden curtilage.
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Reigate | Date: 2026-01-16
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- North End Paddock, Church Lane, Burstow, Surrey, RH6 9TG
Change of use of land from equestrian to a mixed use including a private gypsy and traveller caravan site for 8 static caravans, including parking. Revised siting of proposed stable block permitted un
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tandridge | Date: 2025-11-18
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A brief summary of Burstow in Surrey

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.

Property prices in Burstow show an average sale price of £439,175, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Burstow has one conservation area within its boundaries: Burstow. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Burstow includes 15 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Burstow

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Burstow. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 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 Burstow.

The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Burstow were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (2), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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