How long do planning decisions take near Frensham?

The average planning decision time near Frensham 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 Frensham?

The planning approval rate near Frensham is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Frensham?

The most common type of planning application near Frensham is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Frensham?

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Frensham, Surrey Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Frensham, Surrey.

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Planning applications in Frensham are administered by Waverley Borough Council. View the full Waverley Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Frensham

Frensham is a picturesque village in Surrey, located along the A287 road and approximately 13 miles west-southwest of Guildford. Nestled by the right bank of the River Wey, which is suitable for canoe navigation, Frensham is in close proximity to Farnham, just 3.5 miles to the north. This serene setting offers potential for various planning applications, particularly in residential and recreational developments.

Population: 1,699 (2021) · Area: 16.2 km²

District: Waverley

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £682,323 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Waverley
Parliamentary constituency: Farnham and Bordon
LSOA: Waverley 004A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Frensham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Frensham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Frensham in Surrey

Frensham covers an area of approximately 16.2 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 Frensham show an average sale price of £682,323, 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 Frensham a particularly low-crime area.

Frensham has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Frensham, Millbridge, Frensham. 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 Frensham includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Gong Hill SSSI, Thursley, Hankley & Frensham Commons SSSI; 15 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. 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 Frensham

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Frensham. Of these, 76% 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 Frensham.

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

The most common application types near Frensham were full planning applications (8), outline applications (7), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 18 smaller schemes were submitted.

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