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Planning in Leatherhead Common

Approved
77%
63 of 82 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Leatherhead Common

Leatherhead Common is a settlement located in Surrey, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Leatherhead Common 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 Common a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Leatherhead Common 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Leatherhead Common, 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, 96 planning applications were submitted near Leatherhead Common. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), tree works (3), outline applications (2).

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Leatherhead Common?
In the last 24 months, 96 planning applications were submitted near Leatherhead Common. The approval rate is 77%.
How long do planning decisions take near Leatherhead Common?
The average planning decision time near Leatherhead Common is 69 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 Common?
The planning approval rate near Leatherhead Common is 77%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Leatherhead Common?
The most common type of planning application near Leatherhead Common is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Leatherhead Common?
You can search and track planning applications near Leatherhead Common on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.