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Planning in Busbridge

Approved
92%
35 of 38 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Busbridge

Postcode districts

GU7 248 applications in the last 12 monthsGU8 290 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Waverley Borough Council

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About Busbridge

Busbridge is a charming village situated within the civil parish of Godalming in Surrey's Waverley borough. Historically known as Bushbridge until the Tudor period, it transitioned from a manor and hamlet to an ecclesiastical parish in 1865, followed by the establishment of a civil parish in 1933. As of April 1, 2024, the civil parish will be reconfigured, with the remainder being renamed Munstead and Tuesley, making it an area of interest for those researching planning applications and developments in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 779. It sits within the Godalming district.

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

The area around Busbridge has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Busbridge 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 Busbridge, 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, 60 planning applications were submitted near Busbridge. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (19), tree works (14), outline applications (6).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Busbridge?
In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Busbridge. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Busbridge?
The average planning decision time near Busbridge is 58 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 Busbridge?
The planning approval rate near Busbridge is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Busbridge?
The most common type of planning application near Busbridge is full planning applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Busbridge?
You can search and track planning applications near Busbridge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.