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Planning in East Ewell

Approved
85%
103 of 119 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Elmbridge Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around East Ewell

Postcode districts

SM2 294 applications in the last 12 monthsKT17 513 applications in the last 12 monthsSM3 230 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Elmbridge Borough Council

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About East Ewell

East Ewell is a settlement located in Surrey, England.

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

The area around East Ewell has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, East Ewell 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 East Ewell, 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, 141 planning applications were submitted near East Ewell. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (26), outline applications (6), amendments (4).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near East Ewell?
In the last 24 months, 141 planning applications were submitted near East Ewell. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near East Ewell?
The average planning decision time near East Ewell is 51 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 East Ewell?
The planning approval rate near East Ewell is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near East Ewell?
The most common type of planning application near East Ewell is full planning applications, with 26 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near East Ewell?
You can search and track planning applications near East Ewell on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.