How long do planning decisions take near Mid Holmwood?

The average planning decision time near Mid Holmwood is 72 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 Mid Holmwood?

The planning approval rate near Mid Holmwood is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Mid Holmwood?

The most common type of planning application near Mid Holmwood is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Mid Holmwood?

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Mid Holmwood, Surrey Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Mid Holmwood, Surrey.

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Planning applications in Mid Holmwood are administered by Mole Valley District Council. View the full Mole Valley District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Mid Holmwood

North Holmwood, situated on the outskirts of Dorking in Surrey, is a residential area conveniently accessible via the A24. With its historic core along Spook Hill, North Holmwood is part of the Dorking Built-up Area and contributes to the broader Holmwood population of 6,417 as recorded in the 2011 census. This residential community presents opportunities for planning applications in a growing suburban environment.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £484,293 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Mole Valley
Parliamentary constituency: Dorking and Horley
LSOA: Mole Valley 010C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Mid Holmwood.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Mid Holmwood.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Mid Holmwood based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Mid Holmwood.

MO/2026/00326 - LAND AT DORKING FIRE STATION, SPOOK HILL
Details of a letter of compliance submitted pursuant to Condition 2 of planning permission ref: MO/2025/02595 dated 19 December 2025. (this application is determined by Surrey County Council under the
Status: Undecided | Type: Surrey County Council-Deemed | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-02-17
129759 - 5 BROOK VALLEY MID HOLMWOOD RH5 4EZ
Erection of part two-storey, part first floor side extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-01-30
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MO/2025/02774 - 2 HOLMSIDE COTTAGES, SWALLOW LANE, MID HOLMWOOD
Certificate of Lawfulness for a proposed development in respect of the erection of a garden outbuilding.
Status: Approved | Type: Proposed Certificate of Lawful Use | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-12-05
MO/2025/02594 - LAND AT DORKING FIRE STATION, SPOOK HILL
Installation of air source heat pumps and replacement back up generator (retrospective). (this application is determined by Surrey County Council under their ref SCCRef-2025-0163 - this record is for
Status: Approved | Type: Consultation from Surrey County Council | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-10-30
MO/2025/02595 - LAND AT DORKING FIRE STATION, SPOOK HILL
Installation of air source heat pumps and replacement back up generator (retrospective). (this application is determined by Surrey County Council under their ref SCCRef-2025-0163).
Status: Undecided | Type: Surrey County Council-Deemed | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-10-28
129276 - 2 HOLMSIDE COTTAGES SWALLOW LANE MID HOLMWOOD RH5 4EY
Certificate of Lawfulness for a proposed development in respect of the erection of a garden outbuilding.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-10-25
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A brief summary of Mid Holmwood in Surrey

Property prices in Mid Holmwood show an average sale price of £484,293, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Mid Holmwood a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Mid Holmwood includes 18 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Surrey Hills. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Mid Holmwood

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Mid Holmwood. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Mid Holmwood may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 72 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Mid Holmwood were full planning applications (4), other applications (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 21% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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