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Planning in Leatherhead

Approved
80%
121 of 151 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Leatherhead in the last 24 months, from Mole Valley District Council's planning register.

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About Leatherhead

Leatherhead, located in the Mole Valley district of Surrey, is approximately 17 miles south of Central London. The town developed near a ford on the River Mole, with its name likely originating from this feature. With historical significance dating back to the late Anglo-Saxon period, Leatherhead was a royal vill mentioned in Alfred the Great’s will in 880 AD. The construction of the first bridge over the Mole around 1200 marked a pivotal moment for the town, facilitating its growth and the expansion of its parish church.

Property prices in Leatherhead show an average sale price of £606,659, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Leatherhead 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 Leatherhead a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Leatherhead has 13 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Leatherhead 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 Leatherhead, 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, 204 planning applications were submitted near Leatherhead. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (11), tree works (6), full planning applications (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Leatherhead?
In the last 24 months, 204 planning applications were submitted near Leatherhead. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Leatherhead?
The average planning decision time near Leatherhead is 74 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 Leatherhead?
The planning approval rate near Leatherhead is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Leatherhead?
The most common type of planning application near Leatherhead is discharge of conditions, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Leatherhead?
You can search and track planning applications near Leatherhead on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.