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45 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Merrow · updated daily · Guildford Borough Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 45 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Morston, St Omer Road, Guildford, GU1 2DAAwaiting decisionPartial garage conversion, erection of detached garden room and alterations to fenestrationFull ApplicationReceived 30 Oct 202626/P/01420
34 Horseshoe Lane West, Guildford, GU1 2SZAwaiting decisionErection of timber boundary fence (retrospective application)Received 29 Oct 202626/P/01383
Woodlands, 26A Abbotswood, Guildford, GU1 1UYAwaiting decisionT1 Hazel: Selectively reduce branches extending towards the building by up to 2-3 m, cutting to suitable lateral growth points. T2 Beech: Fell to ground level T3 Oak: Selectively reduce branches overhanging the chimney/building by up to 2-3 m, to suitable pruning points. T4 Chestnut: Selectively reduce growth extending towards the property by up to 2-3 m, to suitable lateral growth points (Abbotswood Conservation Area).Received 28 Oct 202626/T/00297
5 Hilgay Court, Hilgay, Guildford, GU1 2EDAwaiting decisionT1 oak - Crown reduction of up to 2 m all round, pruning back to suitable growth points and retaining the natural shape of the crown. Remove deadwood over 25 mm diameter throughout the crown. Cut back the branches overhanging the boundary hedge and the road, back to the line of the hedge, to keep the road clear. (TPO-1962)Received 26 Oct 202626/T/00234
32 Collingwood Crescent, Guildford, GU1 2NUAwaiting decisionErection of single storey side and rear extension with changes to fenestration (following demolition of existing car port)Received 26 Oct 202626/P/01395

Planning in Merrow

Approved: 88%; 119 of 128 decided
Decision time: about 9 weeks; on average

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

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Around Merrow

Postcode districts

GU1 502 applications in the last 12 monthsGU4 264 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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About Merrow

Merrow is a historic suburb located in the north-east of Guildford, Surrey, just 2 miles from the town centre and perched on the edge of the North Downs. While it may be lesser-known today, its origins date back centuries. The New Guildford Line, which connects Guildford to London, separates Merrow from the adjacent suburb of Burpham, making it an area of interest for planning applications and local development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 8,036. It sits within the Guildford district.

Merrow covers an area of approximately 4.4 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Merrow show an average sale price of £458,405, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Merrow 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 Merrow a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Merrow has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Merrow 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 Merrow, 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, 174 planning applications were submitted near Merrow. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (40), tree works (28), discharge of conditions (12).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Merrow?

In the last 24 months, 174 planning applications were submitted near Merrow. The approval rate is 88%.

How long do planning decisions take near Merrow?

The average planning decision time near Merrow is 66 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 Merrow?

The planning approval rate near Merrow is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Merrow?

The most common type of planning application near Merrow is full planning applications, with 40 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Merrow?

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