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Planning in Churt

Approved
82%
14 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Churt

Churt is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the borough of Waverley, Surrey, approximately 5.5 miles south of Farnham along the A287 road. Nestled amidst green buffers, including the notable Devil's Jumps, Churt features a clustered settlement with scenic surroundings, including forests and heathland on the Greensand Ridge. The village's western edge slopes down to the Whitmore Vale, which marks the boundary with Hampshire, providing a unique natural landscape that may influence local planning considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,157 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Waverley district.

Churt covers an area of approximately 4.7 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 Churt 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 Churt a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Churt has 28 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Churt 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 Churt, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Churt. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), discharge of conditions (3), amendments (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Churt?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Churt. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Churt?
The average planning decision time near Churt is 60 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 Churt?
The planning approval rate near Churt is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Churt?
The most common type of planning application near Churt is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Churt?
You can search and track planning applications near Churt on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.