How long do planning decisions take near Chelsham?

The average planning decision time near Chelsham is 65 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 Chelsham?

The planning approval rate near Chelsham is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Chelsham?

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

How can I track planning applications near Chelsham?

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Chelsham, Surrey Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Chelsham, Surrey.

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About Chelsham

Chelsham is a picturesque village located within the Tandridge district of Surrey, England, now forming part of the parish of Chelsham and Farleigh. Nestled in the Metropolitan Green Belt, it lies approximately 15.3 miles from London and 3 miles from Oxted, making it an appealing spot for those seeking a balance of rural charm and accessibility. With a population of 1,285 recorded in 1961, Chelsham offers a unique context for planning applications, reflecting its historical roots and community dynamics.

District: Tandridge

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £573,027 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Tandridge
Parliamentary constituency: East Surrey
LSOA: Tandridge 012B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Chelsham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Chelsham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Chelsham.

- 3 West Parkside, Chelsham, Warlingham, Surrey, CR6 9PT
T1) - Lime - Reduce crown by appx 1.8m to previous pruning points leaving a residual branch length of appx 3.5-4m.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Tandridge | Date: 2026-03-09
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- Street Record, Lodge Walk, Chelsham, Surrey,
717 + 719) - Horse Chestnut - Lift crowns to 3.5m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Tandridge | Date: 2025-11-12
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- 5 Henley Wood, Chelsham Common, Chelsham, Warlingham, Surrey, CR6 9PB
Lawful Development Certificate (proposed) Construction of a flat roof rear dormer to the existing roof to provide additional habitable accommodation within the loft, together with installation of roof
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Tandridge | Date: 2025-10-24
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- Land At Grid Reference 537104 158885 Chelsham Common Road, Surrey, CR6 9PB
Erection of a detached dwelling ( self build/custom build) in garden land
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tandridge | Date: 2025-08-07
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- 5 Holt Wood, Chelsham Common, Chelsham, Warlingham, Surrey, CR6 9PB
Demolition of existing boiler room. Erect single storey rear extension, front porch, relocated boiler room and oil tank.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tandridge | Date: 2024-05-29
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- 21 Parkside Mews, Chelsham, Warlingham, Surrey, CR6 9PU
Erection of a single storey rear extension, which would extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 4.00 metres, for which the maximum height would be 3.31 metres, and for which the height of
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Tandridge | Date: 2024-04-18
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A brief summary of Chelsham in Surrey

Property prices in Chelsham show an average sale price of £573,027, 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 Chelsham a particularly low-crime area.

Chelsham has one conservation area within its boundaries: Great Farleigh Green. 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 Chelsham includes 20 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 Chelsham

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Chelsham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Chelsham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 65 days on average, decisions near Chelsham slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Chelsham were full planning applications (3), tree works (2), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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