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Charlwood, Surrey Planning Applications

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About Charlwood - Planning Applications & Local Development

Charlwood is a charming village and civil parish located in the Mole Valley district of Surrey, England, just northwest of London Gatwick Airport. It lies close to Horley and north of Crawley, with the historic county boundary between Surrey and Sussex running south of the airport. Following boundary reforms in 1974, the current county line between Surrey and West Sussex is marked by the Sussex Border Path, which runs along the northern edge of the airport and the southern boundary of Charlwood. The other has a population of approximately 2,395 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Mole Valley district.

Charlwood covers an area of approximately 14.6 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 Charlwood 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 (May 2026). This makes Charlwood a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Charlwood has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Charlwood 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 Charlwood, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.