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Planning in Knowle Hill

Approved
86%
62 of 71 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Knowle Hill

Postcode districts

GU25 184 applications in the last 12 monthsKT16 304 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 Knowle Hill

Knowle Hill is located in the picturesque Chew Valley, Somerset, nestled between the village of Chew Magna and the scenic Chew Valley Lake. This area is significant for planning applications due to its proximity to natural features and local amenities, making it a desirable location for development.

Property prices in Knowle Hill show an average sale price of £1,189,131, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Knowle Hill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Knowle Hill has 34 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Knowle Hill 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 Knowle Hill, 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, 91 planning applications were submitted near Knowle Hill. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (22), outline applications (9), amendments (8). 9 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Knowle Hill?
In the last 24 months, 91 planning applications were submitted near Knowle Hill. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Knowle Hill?
The average planning decision time near Knowle Hill 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 Knowle Hill?
The planning approval rate near Knowle Hill is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Knowle Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Knowle Hill is discharge of conditions, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Knowle Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Knowle Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.