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Planning in Chessington

Approved
76%
183 of 237 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Chessington in the last 24 months, from Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames's planning register.

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Around Chessington

Postcode districts

KT9 253 applications in the last 12 monthsKT19 420 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames

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About Chessington

Chessington, located in the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames in Greater London, was historically part of Surrey and had a population of 18,973 as of the 2011 census. This vibrant area is intersected by the Bonesgate Stream, a tributary of the Hogsmill River, and is home to the renowned Chessington World of Adventures, which includes Chessington Zoo, attracting visitors and influencing local development and planning applications.

Property prices in Chessington show an average sale price of £622,241, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Chessington 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 Chessington a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Chessington has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chessington 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Chessington, 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, 292 planning applications were submitted near Chessington. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were outline applications (38), full planning applications (18), tree works (5).

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chessington?
In the last 24 months, 292 planning applications were submitted near Chessington. The approval rate is 76%.
How long do planning decisions take near Chessington?
The average planning decision time near Chessington is 63 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 Chessington?
The planning approval rate near Chessington is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Chessington?
The most common type of planning application near Chessington is outline applications, with 38 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Chessington?
You can search and track planning applications near Chessington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.