Search Hindhead planning applications

18 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Hindhead · updated daily · Waverley Borough Council

Only 5 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 18 · received or decided in the last 12 months

4, Downview Close, Hindhead, Surrey, GU26 6PYAwaiting decisionApplication For Works To Tree Subject Of Tree Preservation Order 04/02TREE PRESERVATION ORDER APPLICATIONSReceived 15 Oct 2026TM/2026/01868
Land Coordinates 488000 134063, High Pitfold, HindheadApprovedErection Of A Detached Dwelling Together With Formation Of Vehicular Access Parking Area Landscaping And Amenity Space.FULL APPLICATIONReceived 9 Sep 2026Decided 30 Oct 2026WA/2026/01656
Unofficial Annexe, High Pitfold, HindheadAwaiting decisionErection Of Extension And Change Of Use Of Existing Rural Building To Provide (C3) Residential Use/Grooms' Accommodation With Associated Amenity Space (Retrospective).FULL APPLICATIONReceived 9 Sep 2026WA/2026/01663
2 Hudson Gardens, Hindhead, GU26 6GHApprovedApplication For Works To And Removal Of Trees Subject Of Tree Preservation Order 30/99TREE PRESERVATION ORDER APPLICATIONSReceived 13 Aug 2026Decided 14 Oct 2026TM/2026/01482
Beacon Hill Court, Hindhead, Surrey, GU26 6PUAwaiting decisionApplication for works to trees subject of tree preservation order 23/00TREE PRESERVATION ORDER APPLICATIONSReceived 19 May 2026TM/2026/00868

Planning in Hindhead

Approved: 92%; 24 of 25 decided
Decision time: about 9 weeks; on average

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

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Around Hindhead

Postcode districts

GU26 84 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Waverley Borough Council

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About Hindhead

Hindhead is a village in the Waverley district of Surrey, England, renowned for being the highest village in the county, with elevations ranging from 185 to 253 metres above sea level. It is part of the Haslemere parish and lies near the Hampshire border, making it a unique location for potential planning applications. The village is particularly notable for the Devil's Punch Bowl, a scenic area recognized as a site of special scientific interest, attracting both residents and visitors alike.

Property prices in Hindhead show an average sale price of £969,882, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hindhead 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 Hindhead a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hindhead has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hindhead 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 Hindhead, 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, 35 planning applications were submitted near Hindhead. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), tree works (11), outline applications (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hindhead?

In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Hindhead. The approval rate is 92%.

How long do planning decisions take near Hindhead?

The average planning decision time near Hindhead 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 Hindhead?

The planning approval rate near Hindhead is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hindhead?

The most common type of planning application near Hindhead is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hindhead?

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