How long do planning decisions take near Gadbrook?

The average planning decision time near Gadbrook is 65 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 Gadbrook?

The planning approval rate near Gadbrook is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Gadbrook?

The most common type of planning application near Gadbrook is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Gadbrook?

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Gadbrook, Surrey Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gadbrook, Surrey.

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Area Information

Admin district: Mole Valley
Parliamentary constituency: Dorking and Horley
LSOA: Mole Valley 008B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gadbrook.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gadbrook based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Gadbrook.

MO/2026/00407 - ORCHARD COTTAGE, GADBROOK ROAD, BETCHWORTH
Discharge of Condition 17 of planning permission MO/2024/2171 for demolition of existing dwelling, garage and outbuilding and erection of 1 No. dwelling with detached garage, bin and cycle store, park
Status: Approved | Type: Approval of Conditions | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-03-13
130006 - ORCHARD COTTAGE GADBROOK ROAD BETCHWORTH RH3 7AN
Discharge of Condition 17 of planning permission MO/2024/2171 for demolition of existing dwelling, garage and outbuilding and erection of 1 No. dwelling with detached garage, bin and cycle store, park
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-03-13
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MO/2026/00168 - GROAT HOUSE, 10 OAKLEY GARDENS
386 - Black Pine - Hypholoma and Ganoderma west of tree, poor resonance when tapped. Fell. 389 - Sycamore - Pollard at 4 metres retain as habitat stick.
Status: Undecided | Type: Tree Felling Consent | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-01-29
MO/2026/00108 - ORCHARD COTTAGE, GADBROOK ROAD, BETCHWORTH
Discharge of conditions 3 & 17 of approved planning application MO/2024/2171 for the demolition of existing dwelling, garage and outbuilding and erection of 1 No. dwelling with detached garage, bin an
Status: Decided | Type: Approval of Conditions | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-01-14
MO/2025/02583 - PARKLAND LODGE, 8 OAKLEY GARDENS, BETCHWORTH
Erection of single storey rear extension, insertion of 1 No. dormer window to rear and 2 No. roof lights to front to provide storage space above garage, creation of 2 No. Juliet balconies to first flo
Status: Approved | Type: Detailed Householder | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-11-12
129198 - PARKLAND LODGE 8 OAKLEY GARDENS BETCHWORTH RH3 7AZ
Erection of single storey rear extension, insertion of 1 No. dormer window to rear and 2 No. roof lights to front to provide storage space above garage, creation of 2 No. Juliet balconies to first flo
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-10-14
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MO/2025/02098 - North Lodge Brockham Park, Middle Street
Discharge of condition 3 of approved planning application MO/2024/1822 for to Raise the roof to create a first floor extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Approval of Conditions | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-08-07
MO/2025/02138 - PARKLAND LODGE, 8 OAKLEY GARDENS, BETCHWORTH
Certificate of lawfulness for a proposed development in respect of the erection of a single storey rear extension, rear dormer window to garage roof, 2 No. roof lights to front elevation of garage roo
Status: Refused | Type: Proposed Certificate of Lawful Use | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-08-01
- 6, Oakley Gardens, Betchworth, Surrey, RH3 7AZ
Erection of two storey extension including garage with accommodation over.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2024-04-15
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A brief summary of Gadbrook in Surrey

Gadbrook is a settlement located in Surrey, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Gadbrook a particularly low-crime area.

Gadbrook has one conservation area within its boundaries: Brockham. 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 Gadbrook includes 18 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 Gadbrook

In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Gadbrook. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Gadbrook may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 65 days on average, decisions near Gadbrook slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Gadbrook were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 12% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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