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Planning in Kingswood

Approved
93%
86 of 89 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Kingswood in the last 24 months, from Reigate and Banstead Borough Council's planning register.

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About Kingswood

Kingswood, also known as Kingswood with Burgh Heath, is a residential area located on the North Downs within the borough of Reigate and Banstead, Surrey. It is conveniently situated in the London commuter belt, just east of the A217 and features a railway station, enhancing its accessibility. With a population of 6,891 as of 2011, Kingswood is approximately 3.6 miles south of Reigate and 15.5 miles from central London, making it an attractive option for commuters and families alike. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,891. It sits within the Reigate and Banstead district.

Property prices in Kingswood show an average sale price of £672,979, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kingswood 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 Kingswood, 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, 110 planning applications were submitted near Kingswood. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (22), discharge of conditions (19), tree works (14). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kingswood?
In the last 24 months, 110 planning applications were submitted near Kingswood. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kingswood?
The average planning decision time near Kingswood is 63 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 Kingswood?
The planning approval rate near Kingswood is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kingswood?
The most common type of planning application near Kingswood is full planning applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kingswood?
You can search and track planning applications near Kingswood on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.