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Planning in Mytchett

Approved
89%
71 of 78 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Mytchett

Mytchett is a village located in the south-west corner of Surrey Heath, Surrey, approximately 30 miles south-west of central London and just 2 miles east of Farnborough. Predominantly developed in the first half of the twentieth century, the village had a population of 4,624 as recorded in the 2011 Census. This information is essential for understanding the local demographic and planning context when considering applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,624. It sits within the Surrey Heath district.

Mytchett covers an area of approximately 4.3 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 Mytchett show an average sale price of £451,929, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Mytchett 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 Mytchett a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Mytchett has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Mytchett 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 Mytchett, 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, 99 planning applications were submitted near Mytchett. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (31), tree works (13), outline applications (9). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Mytchett?
In the last 24 months, 99 planning applications were submitted near Mytchett. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Mytchett?
The average planning decision time near Mytchett is 61 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 Mytchett?
The planning approval rate near Mytchett is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Mytchett?
The most common type of planning application near Mytchett is full planning applications, with 31 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Mytchett?
You can search and track planning applications near Mytchett on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.