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Planning in Gomshall

Approved
84%
32 of 37 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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Around Gomshall

Postcode districts

GU5 265 applications in the last 12 monthsRH5 310 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Guildford Borough Council

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About Gomshall

Gomshall is a picturesque village located within the borough of Guildford in Surrey, England. Known for its charming rural character, the area offers a range of planning opportunities and is an attractive location for potential developments. It sits within the Shere district.

Property prices in Gomshall show an average sale price of £458,405, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Gomshall a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Gomshall has 23 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Gomshall 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 Gomshall, 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, 45 planning applications were submitted near Gomshall. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 87 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), discharge of conditions (7), tree works (4).

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 Gomshall?
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Gomshall. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Gomshall?
The average planning decision time near Gomshall is 87 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 Gomshall?
The planning approval rate near Gomshall is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Gomshall?
The most common type of planning application near Gomshall is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Gomshall?
You can search and track planning applications near Gomshall on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.