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Planning in Hale

Approved
88%
52 of 59 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Hale

Hale is an elevated village in Surrey, located just north of Farnham and adjacent to Aldershot, with Badshot Lea to the east. The area includes both Lower Hale and Upper Hale, which are interconnected with Weybourne and Heath End, creating a cohesive settlement that shares amenities. The village falls within the Farnham Upper Hale electoral ward, which has a population of 4,241, making it a significant locality for planning applications in the region. It sits within the Farnham district.

Property prices in Hale show an average sale price of £641,314, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hale 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 Hale a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hale has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hale 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 Hale, 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 Hale. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (29), outline applications (11), tree works (11).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (67% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hale?
In the last 24 months, 90 planning applications were submitted near Hale. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hale?
The average planning decision time near Hale is 64 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 Hale?
The planning approval rate near Hale is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hale?
The most common type of planning application near Hale is full planning applications, with 29 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hale?
You can search and track planning applications near Hale on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.