How long do planning decisions take near Hookwood?

The average planning decision time near Hookwood is 76 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 Hookwood?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Hookwood?

The most common type of planning application near Hookwood is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hookwood?

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Hookwood, Surrey Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hookwood, Surrey.

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About Hookwood

Charlwood is a village and civil parish located in the Mole Valley district of Surrey, England, positioned just northwest of London Gatwick Airport. It lies near Horley to the east and Crawley to the north, with the historic county boundary between Surrey and Sussex running south of the airport. Following boundary reforms in 1974, the current division between Surrey and West Sussex is marked by the Sussex Border Path, which traces the northern edge of Gatwick Airport and the southern limits of Charlwood. This strategic location makes Charlwood relevant for planning applications related to both residential and commercial developments in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £439,175 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Reigate and Banstead
Parliamentary constituency: Dorking and Horley
LSOA: Reigate and Banstead 018F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hookwood.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hookwood based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

13 planning applications found near Hookwood.

130043 - LAND WEST OF REIGATE ROAD HOOKWOOD HORLEY
Discharge of condition 7 of planning permission MO/2023/1125 for Outline application with all matters reserved except means of access for residential development of up to 446 dwellings (Use Class C3),
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-03-23
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MO/2026/00414 - LAND WEST OF, REIGATE ROAD, HOOKWOOD
Discharge of condition 7 of planning permission MO/2023/1125 for Outline application with all matters reserved except means of access for residential development of up to 446 dwellings (Use Class C3),
Status: Undecided | Type: Approval of Conditions | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-03-23
MO/2026/00411 - FARMFIELD HOSPITAL SITE, FARMFIELD DRIVE
Application to release part of the site covered by S106 agreements dated 14 August 1997 and 11 May 1999 pursuant to Outline permission MO/96/0536 and Reserved Matters MO/98/1688/RM for a residential a
Status: Undecided | Type: Discharge of S106 Obligations | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-03-04
129943 - LAND WEST OF REIGATE ROAD HOOKWOOD HORLEY
Reserved Matters application for consideration of layout, scale, appearance and landscaping pursuant to Outline permission MO/2023/1125 (allowed on appeal Ref: APP/C3620/W/24/3336607) in respect to th
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-02-27
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MO/2026/00339 - LAND WEST OF, REIGATE ROAD, HOOKWOOD
Reserved Matters application for consideration of layout, scale, appearance and landscaping pursuant to Outline permission MO/2023/1125 (allowed on appeal Ref: APP/C3620/W/24/3336607) in respect to th
Status: Undecided | Type: Reserved Matters Major | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-02-27
MO/2026/00367 - LAND WEST OF REIGATE ROAD, HOOKWOOD
Details of Affordable Housing Scheme pursuant to S106 Agreement attached to Outline permission MO/2023/1125 for the Outline application with all matters reserved except means of access for residential
Status: Undecided | Type: Discharge of S106 Obligations | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-02-16
129989 - LAND WEST OF REIGATE ROAD HOOKWOOD HORLEY
Details of Affordable Housing Scheme pursuant to S106 Agreement attached to Outline permission MO/2023/1125 for the Outline application with all matters reserved except means of access for residential
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-02-13
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MO/2026/00188 - 2 HOOKWOOD COTTAGES, REIGATE ROAD, HOOKWOOD
Erection of single storey rear extension
Status: Approved | Type: Detailed Householder | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-02-11
129745 - 2 HOOKWOOD COTTAGES REIGATE ROAD HOOKWOOD RH6 0AY
Erection of single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-01-27
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MO/2025/02376 - FARMFIELD HOSPITAL, LARKFIELD, FARMFIELD DRIVE
NFA - T6, T9, T19, T35, T38, T42, T49 and T50 - Dismantle to ground level. T11, T15, T18 and T20 - Remove stake and/or ties. G4 - Remove 3 stake and ties. G8 - Prune by 2 meters. G9 - Remove limb from
Status: Decided | Type: Tree Felling Consent | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-09-19
MO/2025/1049 - Lyndhurst, Reigate Road, Hookwood
Erection of a first floor rear extension with a pitched roof. Along with the installation of bifold doors to the rear of the ground floor.
Status: Approved | Type: Detailed Householder | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-06-18
- Land at Five Oaks, Charlwood Road, Charlwood, Horley, Surrey, RH6 0AJ
Demolition of existing buildings and erection of 3 No. detached dwellings. Access to development to be from modified existing eastern vehicular access to Charlwood Road with drive re-aligned to suit.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2024-03-11
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124837 - 31, Povey Cross Road, Hookwood, Horley, Surrey, RH6 0AG
Erection of single storey rear and two storey side/rear extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2023-11-22
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A brief summary of Hookwood in Surrey

Property prices in Hookwood show an average sale price of £439,175, 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 Hookwood a particularly low-crime area.

Hookwood has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Church Road, Horley, Horley. 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 Hookwood includes 5 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 Hookwood

In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Hookwood. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

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

The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Hookwood were discharge of conditions (4), full planning applications (3), outline applications (2).

In terms of development scale, 3 large-scale (major) developments, 2 medium-scale applications, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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