Horsell, Surrey Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Horsell, Surrey.
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Planning applications in Horsell are administered by Woking Borough Council. View the full Woking Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Horsell
Horsell is a village located in the borough of Woking, Surrey, just under a mile from the town centre, with a population of 9,384 as of November 2012. Notably featured in H.G. Wells' "The War of the Worlds," the village includes Horsell Common, a Site of Special Scientific Interest known for its sand pits, where the fictional Martian landing occurs. Additionally, the McLaren Technology Centre, established in the early 2000s, serves as a significant landmark on the northern edge of the common, making Horsell a noteworthy area for planning applications and developments.
Population: 9,384
District: Woking
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £477,219 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Woking
- Parliamentary constituency: Woking
- LSOA: Woking 005B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Horsell.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Horsell.
- 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 Horsell based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
67 planning applications found near Horsell.
- - 16 Waldens Park Road Horsell Woking Surrey GU21 4RN
T1: Oak - Reduce crown height and spread by 2-3m to previous points. T2 and T3: Sycamore/Cherry trees - Reduce crown height and spread by 1-2m away from neighbours roof (Works within Waldens Park Rd -
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Woking | Date: 2026-07-09
View full details - TREE/2026/8162 · Validated: Tue 07 Jul 2026 - Rivendell 5 Ridgeway Gardens Horsell Woking Surrey GU21 4RB
T1: Silver Birch tree - Fell to ground level and grind stump. T2: Cherry - Reduce Crown by 3m to re-shape crown. (Works subject to TPO 626/0161/1972) (Permission not required for deadwood).
Status: Undecided | Council: Woking | Date: 2026-07-07 - - Rivendell 5 Ridgeway Gardens Horsell Woking Surrey GU21 4RB
T1: Silver Birch tree - Fell to ground level and grind stump. T2: Cherry - Reduce Crown by 3m to re-shape crown. (Works subject to TPO 626/0161/1972) (Permission not required for deadwood).
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Woking | Date: 2026-07-07
View full details - - North Lodge Ridgeway Horsell Woking Surrey GU21 4QP
Proposed erection of two-storey extensions to the front, side and rear of the bungalow following the demolition of the conservatory, proposed upwards extension to provide first-floor accommodation by
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Woking | Date: 2026-07-07
View full details - PLAN/2026/0492 · Validated: Tue 07 Jul 2026 - North Lodge Ridgeway Horsell Woking Surrey GU21 4QP
Proposed erection of two-storey extensions to the front, side and rear of the bungalow following the demolition of the conservatory, proposed upwards extension to provide first-floor accommodation by
Status: Undecided | Council: Woking | Date: 2026-07-07 - - 4 Meadway Drive Horsell Woking Surrey GU21 4TA
Erection of a single storey rear extension following demolition of existing extension. Removal of existing chimney and installation of rear flue.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Woking | Date: 2026-06-30
View full details - PLAN/2026/0478 · Validated: Tue 30 Jun 2026 - 4 Meadway Drive Horsell Woking Surrey GU21 4TA
Erection of a single storey rear extension following demolition of existing extension. Removal of existing chimney and installation of rear flue.
Status: Undecided | Council: Woking | Date: 2026-06-30 - - Bowness Church Hill Horsell Woking Surrey GU21 4QE
T1 : Oak tree - Reduce canopy by up to 2 meters, thin canopy by approximately 15% to allow light to pass through and enter the property. Lift canopy by removing 2x lower limbs. (Works within Waldens P
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Woking | Date: 2026-06-26
View full details - PLAN/2026/0455 · Validated: Wed 24 Jun 2026 - The Bungalow South Road Horsell Woking Surrey GU21 4JT
Erection of single storey side and rear extensions following demolition of existing garage. Removal of 1No. chimney stack and alterations to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Council: Woking | Date: 2026-06-24 - PLAN/2026/0455 - The Bungalow South Road Horsell Woking Surrey GU21 4JT
Erection of single storey side and rear extensions following demolition of existing garage. Removal of 1No. chimney stack and alterations to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Council: Woking | Date: 2026-06-24 - - The Bungalow South Road Horsell Woking Surrey GU21 4JT
Erection of single storey side and rear extensions following demolition of existing garage. Removal of 1No. chimney stack and alterations to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Woking | Date: 2026-06-24
View full details - - 12 Elm Close Horsell Woking Surrey GU21 4TG
Erection of a part two storey, part single storey side/rear extension and associated fenestration following demolition of existing car port.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Woking | Date: 2026-06-22
View full details - PLAN/2026/0430 - 31 Lych Way Horsell Woking Surrey GU21 4QG
Erection of a first floor side extension and conversion of garage into habitable accommodation. Alterations to fenestration and external materials.
Status: Undecided | Council: Woking | Date: 2026-06-09 - - 31 Lych Way Horsell Woking Surrey GU21 4QG
Erection of a first floor side extension and conversion of garage into habitable accommodation. Alterations to fenestration and external materials.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Woking | Date: 2026-06-09
View full details - - 8 Waldens Park Road Horsell Woking Surrey GU21 4RN
Erection of a single storey front infill extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Woking | Date: 2026-06-08
View full details - PLAN/2026/0424 - 8 Waldens Park Road Horsell Woking Surrey GU21 4RN
Erection of a single storey front infill extension.
Status: Undecided | Council: Woking | Date: 2026-06-08 - PLAN/2026/0415 - Winsell Manor Road Horsell Woking Surrey GU21 4RY
Replacement front porch following demolition of existing front porch.
Status: Undecided | Council: Woking | Date: 2026-06-04 - - Winsell Manor Road Horsell Woking Surrey GU21 4RY
Replacement front porch following demolition of existing front porch.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Woking | Date: 2026-06-04
View full details - TREE/2026/8117 - Brae Cottage Church Hill Horsell Woking Surrey GU21 4QQ
T1 - Cypress: Fell to near ground level and treat stump to inhibit regrowth, subsidence damage at neighbouring property Garden Cottage, GU21 4QQ (Waldens Park Rd - Conservation Areas)
Status: Undecided | Council: Woking | Date: 2026-05-26 - - Brae Cottage Church Hill Horsell Woking Surrey GU21 4QQ
T1 - Cypress: Fell to near ground level and treat stump to inhibit regrowth, subsidence damage at neighbouring property Garden Cottage, GU21 4QQ (Waldens Park Rd - Conservation Areas)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Woking | Date: 2026-05-26
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A brief summary of Horsell in Surrey
Horsell is a village located in the borough of Woking, Surrey, just under a mile from the town centre, with a population of 9,384 as of November 2012. Notably featured in H.G. Wells' "The War of the Worlds," the village includes Horsell Common, a Site of Special Scientific Interest known for its sand pits, where the fictional Martian landing occurs. Additionally, the McLaren Technology Centre, established in the early 2000s, serves as a significant landmark on the northern edge of the common, making Horsell a noteworthy area for planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 9,384. It sits within the Woking district.
Property prices in Horsell show an average sale price of £477,219, 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 Horsell a particularly low-crime area.
Horsell has 7 conservation areas within its boundaries: Horsell Birch, Mount Hermon, Woking, Woking Town Centre, Basingstoke Canal, Horsell, Wheatsheaf, Horsell, Holyoake Crescent, Horsell. 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 Horsell includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Horsell Common SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 5 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Thames Basin Heaths. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Horsell 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.
Planning Activity in Horsell
In the last 24 months, 174 planning applications were submitted near Horsell. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Horsell may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Horsell were full planning applications (78), tree works (25), discharge of conditions (21). Full planning applications account for 45% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 7 large-scale (major) developments, 21 medium-scale applications, 122 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 67 applications
- Refused: 5 applications
- Awaiting decision: 102 applications
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