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Planning in Farncombe

Approved
95%
53 of 55 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Farncombe

Farncombe, a village within the Waverley district of Surrey, is located approximately 0.8 miles northeast of Godalming town centre and is distinguished by its proximity to the Lammas Lands common land. The village is bordered by Compton to the northwest and Bramley to the east, with Charterhouse School situated to the west and Loseley Park just a mile north. This strategic location makes Farncombe a relevant area for planning applications, especially concerning residential and educational developments. It sits within the Godalming district.

Property prices in Farncombe 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 Farncombe 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 Farncombe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Farncombe has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Farncombe 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 Farncombe, 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, 90 planning applications were submitted near Farncombe. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (28), tree works (21), outline applications (7).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Farncombe?
In the last 24 months, 90 planning applications were submitted near Farncombe. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Farncombe?
The average planning decision time near Farncombe is 69 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 Farncombe?
The planning approval rate near Farncombe is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Farncombe?
The most common type of planning application near Farncombe is full planning applications, with 28 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Farncombe?
You can search and track planning applications near Farncombe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.