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14 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Elstead · updated daily · Waverley Borough Council
- 21, West Hill, Elstead, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 6DQAwaiting decisionApplication Under Regulation 3 For Erection Of A Single Storey Extension.WBC REG 3/4Received 5 Nov 2026WA/2026/02048
- Woodhaven, Red House Lane, Elstead, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 6DSAwaiting decisionErection Of Extensions And Alterations To Existing Bungalow To Create A Two Storey Dwelling Including Installation Of Dormers And Roof Lights Following Demolition Of Existing Conservatory Porch And Removal Of Chimney Stack ; Alterations To Detached Garage To Provide Ancillary Residential Use.HOUSEHOLDER APPLICATIONReceived 14 Oct 2026WA/2026/01942
- The Moors, Thursley Road, Elstead, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 6EBAwaiting decisionErection Of An Outbuilding Following Demolition Of Existing Outbuilding And Removal Of Hardstanding.HOUSEHOLDER APPLICATIONReceived 9 Oct 2026WA/2026/01833
- Gwendor, Thursley Road, Elstead, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 6EBAwaiting decisionErection Of An Outbuilding And Construction Of Indoor Swimming Pool And Associated Works Together With Erection Of A Detached Garage And Store Following Demolition Of 4 Existing Outbuildings.HOUSEHOLDER APPLICATIONReceived 9 Oct 2026WA/2026/01832
- Lower Westbrook, Westbrook Hill, Elstead, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 6LHAwaiting decisionInstallation of a septic tank.HOUSEHOLDER APPLICATIONReceived 29 Sep 2026WA/2026/01926
Planning in Elstead
- Approved
- 81%
- 17 of 21 decided
- Decision time
- about 9 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Elstead in the last 24 months, from Waverley Borough Council's planning register.
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GU8 290 applications in the last 12 months
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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,544 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Waverley district.
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 £541,072, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Elstead 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 (May 2026). This makes Elstead a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Elstead has 28 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Elstead 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.
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To comment on or object to a planning application near Elstead, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Elstead. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (18), discharge of conditions (2), other applications (2). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.