How long do planning decisions take near Cudworth?

The average planning decision time near Cudworth is 74 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 Cudworth?

The planning approval rate near Cudworth is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Cudworth?

The most common type of planning application near Cudworth is other, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cudworth?

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Cudworth, Surrey Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cudworth, Surrey.

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About Cudworth

Newdigate is a village and civil parish located in the Mole Valley borough of Surrey, nestled in the flat terrain of the Weald. Situated east of the A24 road between Dorking and Horsham, it is approximately 13 miles (21 km) ESE of Guildford and 25 miles (40 km) south of London. The village is bordered by several neighbouring parishes, including Charlwood, North Holmwood, South Holmwood, Leigh, and Capel, making it a strategically positioned area for potential planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £927,076 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Mole Valley
Parliamentary constituency: Dorking and Horley
LSOA: Mole Valley 009D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cudworth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Cudworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Cudworth.

MO/2026/00528 - LAND ADH TO COPSE VIEW, BURNT OAK LANE, NEWDIGATE
Certificate of Lawfulness for an existing use in respect of the use of land for external storage of plant/machinery and materials in connection with a construction contracting business operation (Use
Status: Undecided | Type: Existing Certificate of Lawful Use | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-04-02
MO/2025/0864 - Woodlands, Burnt Oak Lane, Newdigate
Permission in Principle for the demolition of the existing commercial buildings and erection of 2 No. dwellings with associated parking and landscaping.
Status: Refused | Type: PIP - Permission in Principle Others | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-05-16
- Cudworth Park, Burnt Oak Lane, Newdigate, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 5BL
Certificate of lawfulness for an existing use in respect of the use of the land for stationing of an unrestricted number of caravans, the site having been used as such for a period in excess of 10 yea
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2024-10-31
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A brief summary of Cudworth in Surrey

Property prices in Cudworth show an average sale price of £927,076, 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 Cudworth a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Cudworth includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Glover's Wood SSSI; 13 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 Cudworth

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Cudworth. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Cudworth.

The average decision period of 74 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Cudworth were other applications (3), amendments (1).

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