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Planning in Culmer

Approved
87%
13 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Culmer

Culmer is a settlement located in Surrey, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Culmer 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 Culmer a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Culmer has 29 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Culmer 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 Culmer, 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, 21 planning applications were submitted near Culmer. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Culmer?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Culmer. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Culmer?
The average planning decision time near Culmer is 68 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 Culmer?
The planning approval rate near Culmer is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Culmer?
The most common type of planning application near Culmer is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Culmer?
You can search and track planning applications near Culmer on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.