Busbridge, Surrey Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Busbridge, Surrey.
Surrey · England · settlement
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.
Population: 779
District: Godalming
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Area Information
- Admin district: Waverley
- Parliamentary constituency: Godalming and Ash
- LSOA: Waverley 007A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Busbridge.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Busbridge.
- 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 Busbridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
21 planning applications found near Busbridge.
- - 34 Scamps Rood, Quartermile Road, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1TJ
Erection of single storey extensions and alterations with associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - 7, Chestnut Way, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1TN
Erection of single and two storey extensions including installation of rooflights.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - Munstead Wood Hut, Brighton Road, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1XA
Listed building consent for installation of 6 pv solar panels on roof of detached annex.
Status: Undecided | Council: Waverley | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - Hillside Lodge, The Drive, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1PD
Application for works to and removal of trees subject of tree preservation order 42/99
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Waverley | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - Patchings, The Drive, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1PD
Erection of extensions and alterations to elevations; erection of bin store; demolition of existing attached garage (amended plans received 27/03/26).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - 38, Chestnut Way, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1TS
Amendment to wa/2024/02026 to amend condition 3 of the approved permission in regard to the approved materials finish colour.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Waverley | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - Beeches, Hambledon Road, Busbridge, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1XQ
Certificate of lawfulness under section 192 for erection of single storey side extensions; alterations to roof including hip to gable and dormer extension; erection of an outbuilding.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Waverley | Date: 2025-12-02
View full details - - Beeches, Hambledon Road, Busbridge, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1XQ
Erection of 2 storey extensions and alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2025-11-21
View full details - - 20, Chestnut Way, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1TS
Erection of extensions and alterations together with increase in roof ridge height installation of dormer and rooflights to provide habitable accommodation; alterations to fenestration and external fi
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2025-11-12
View full details - - 28, Quartermile Road, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1TJ
Erection of extensions and alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2025-09-26
View full details - - 33, Minster Road, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1SP
Certificate of lawfulness under section 192 for gable and dormer extensions to provide habitable accommodation in roof space with installation of rooflights.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Waverley | Date: 2025-09-18
View full details - - 113 Markfield, Busbridge Lane, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1QJ
Erection of an entrance gate.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2025-09-08
View full details - - 8, Heathfield Close, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1SL
Certificate of lawfulness under section 192 for erection of a single storey extension.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Waverley | Date: 2025-06-16
View full details - - 10, Maplehatch Close, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1TQ
Erection of extensions and alterations including extending the existing ridge line to form additional habitable accommodation partial alteration of garage to provide habitable accommodation and altera
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2024-11-11
View full details - - 2, Parkfield, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1TP
Certificate of lawfulness under section 192 for the erection of an extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Waverley | Date: 2024-07-31
View full details - - 10, Park Chase, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1TL
Installation of replacement solid roof and glazing to existing conservatory.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2024-06-26
View full details - - Busbridge Church Of England Junior School, Brighton Road, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1XA
Installation of air source heat pumps and associated works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2024-06-10
View full details - - 14, Rectory Close, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1TT
Erection of dormer extensions to existing bungalow to provide habitable accommodation in roof space with alteration to elevation and associated works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2024-04-26
View full details - - Oflick, Brighton Road, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1XA
Erection of 3 dwellings following demolition of existing dwelling and outbuildings together with associated works including additional vehicular access onto appletree close.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2023-07-21
View full details - - St Edmunds Catholic Primary School, The Drive, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1PF
Extension to an existing canopy.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2023-07-19
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A brief summary of Busbridge in Surrey
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 were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Busbridge a particularly low-crime area.
Busbridge has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: Ockford Road, Godalming, Crownpits, Godalming, Munstead, Godalming, Godalming Centre, River Wey and Godalming Navigations. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Busbridge includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Surrey Hills. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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.
Planning Activity in Busbridge
In the last 24 months, 49 planning applications were submitted near Busbridge. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Busbridge may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 58 days on average, decisions near Busbridge slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Busbridge were full planning applications (22), tree works (13), outline applications (10). Full planning applications account for 45% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 46 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 35 applications
- Refused: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 12 applications
Nearby Towns
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- Holloway Hill planning applications
- Crownpits planning applications
- Westbrook planning applications
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.