How long do planning decisions take near Elstead?

The average planning decision time near Elstead is 62 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 Elstead?

The planning approval rate near Elstead is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Elstead?

The most common type of planning application near Elstead is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Elstead?

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Elstead, Surrey Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Elstead, Surrey.

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About Elstead

Elstead is a charming civil parish in Surrey, England, featuring a mix of shops, houses, and cottages on both sides of the River Wey. The village's development is primarily concentrated along two roads that converge at a central green, with the southern neighbourhood of Pot Common and the nearby hamlets of Charleshill and Elstead Common, both surrounded by lush woodlands. Conveniently located between Farnham and Godalming, Elstead is easily accessible via the B3001 road, approximately 2.2 miles west of the A3 Milford interchange, making it a relevant area for planning applications.

Population: 2,544 (2021) · Area: 11.0 km²

District: Waverley

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £538,870 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Waverley
Parliamentary constituency: Godalming and Ash
LSOA: Waverley 011E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Elstead.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Elstead based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Elstead.

- 36 Jampot Cottage, West Hill, Elstead, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 6DQ
Erection of first floor extension and ground floor entrance porch.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2026-04-21
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- Orchard Close, Elstead, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 6EF
Application for works to tree subject of tree preservation order wa332
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Waverley | Date: 2025-12-12
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- 13, Springfield, Elstead, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 6EG
Application under regulation 3 for erection of 26 dwellings and associated works following demolition of 10 existing dwellings; new public highway and relocating an existing road and associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2025-07-21
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- 20, West Hill Close, Elstead, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 6BZ
Alterations to roofspace to provide habitable accommodation including dormer windows; provision of a dropped kerb and associated hardstanding works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2024-04-18
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- 8, Springfield, Elstead, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 6EG
Alterations to elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2024-03-27
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A brief summary of Elstead in Surrey

Elstead covers an area of approximately 11.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Elstead show an average sale price of £538,870, 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 Elstead a particularly low-crime area.

Elstead has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Elstead Westbrook, Elstead. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Elstead includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Charleshill SSSI, Thursley, Hankley & Frensham Commons SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Surrey Hills; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Thursley, Ash, Pirbright & Chobham; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Thursley, Hankley & Frensham Commons; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Thursley & Ockley Bogs. 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 Elstead

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Elstead. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 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 Elstead.

At 62 days on average, decisions near Elstead slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Elstead were full planning applications (15), discharge of conditions (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 75% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 large-scale (major) developments, 2 medium-scale applications, 15 smaller schemes were submitted.

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