How long do planning decisions take near Fairmile?

The average planning decision time near Fairmile is 72 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 Fairmile?

The planning approval rate near Fairmile is 71%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Fairmile?

The most common type of planning application near Fairmile is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Fairmile?

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Fairmile, Surrey Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Fairmile, Surrey.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £895,181 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Elmbridge
Parliamentary constituency: Esher and Walton
LSOA: Elmbridge 013D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Fairmile.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Fairmile based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Fairmile.

- 3 Woodpecker Close Cobham Surrey KT11 2NT
Tree Preservation Order EL:11/03:T1 - Sweet Chestnut on W boundary. Action: Pollard to previous. T5 - Large Oak adjacent to patio. Action: reduce NW side lateral branches up to full height by 1-2m. Lo
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Elmbridge | Date: 2025-10-23
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- 12 Green Lane Cobham Surrey KT11 2NN
Single-storey front and rear extensions, first-floor side extension, rear dormer window enlargement and hard and soft landscaping following removal of chimney stack.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Elmbridge | Date: 2025-09-24
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- 67 Burleigh Park Cobham Surrey KT11 2DU
First floor rear extension, rear dormer windows, front rooflights and associated works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Elmbridge | Date: 2025-05-07
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- 75 Burleigh Park Cobham Surrey KT11 2DU
EL:146 - 01- Holly Group- Reduce height by 3m and reduce laterals to reshape. 01 - To allow more natural light and reduce the need for the client to use unnecessary resources during day light hours, e
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Elmbridge | Date: 2025-03-28
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- 3 Green Lane Cobham Surrey KT11 2NN
Demolition of the existing dwellinghouse and outbuildings and construction of three detached two-storey buildings (with roof space) forming 15 self-contained flats; air source heat pumps, solar panels
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Elmbridge | Date: 2024-12-23
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- 69 Burleigh Park Cobham Surrey KT11 2DU
First-floor side extension, single-storey rear extension, conversion of garage into living space and alterations to fenestration.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Elmbridge | Date: 2023-12-21
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A brief summary of Fairmile in Surrey

Fairmile is a settlement located in Surrey, England.

Property prices in Fairmile show an average sale price of £895,181, 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 Fairmile a particularly low-crime area.

Fairmile has one conservation area within its boundaries: Cobham The Tilt. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Fairmile includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Esher Commons SSSI; 10 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 Fairmile

In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Fairmile. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 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 Fairmile.

The average decision period of 72 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 Fairmile were full planning applications (14), tree works (7), discharge of conditions (4). Full planning applications account for 52% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 4 medium-scale applications, 21 smaller schemes were submitted.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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