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Planning in Hythe

Approved
77%
65 of 83 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Hythe

Postcode districts

TW20 275 applications in the last 12 monthsTW18 316 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Runnymede Borough Council

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About Hythe

Hythe is a settlement located in Surrey, England.

Property prices in Hythe show an average sale price of £390,170, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hythe 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 Hythe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hythe has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hythe 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 Hythe, 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, 105 planning applications were submitted near Hythe. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (16), outline applications (15), tree works (9). 11 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hythe?
In the last 24 months, 105 planning applications were submitted near Hythe. The approval rate is 77%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hythe?
The average planning decision time near Hythe is 53 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 Hythe?
The planning approval rate near Hythe is 77%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hythe?
The most common type of planning application near Hythe is discharge of conditions, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hythe?
You can search and track planning applications near Hythe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.