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Planning in Nork

Approved
94%
120 of 122 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Nork in the last 24 months, from Reigate and Banstead Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Nork

Postcode districts

SM7 260 applications in the last 12 monthsKT17 513 applications in the last 12 monthsKT18 333 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Reigate and Banstead Borough Council

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About Nork

Nork is a residential area in the borough of Reigate and Banstead, Surrey, located adjacent to Greater London. It is separated from the post town of Banstead by the A217 dual carriageway and shares borders with Tattenham Corner and Burgh Heath. Nork features two shopping parades, the Driftbridge and another at the north-eastern end of Nork Way, and is situated on chalky terrain at an elevation of 175 m (575 ft) on the North Downs, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 7,559. It sits within the Reigate and Banstead district.

Nork covers an area of approximately 3.6 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 Nork show an average sale price of £635,472, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Nork 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 Nork a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Nork has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Nork 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 Nork, 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, 172 planning applications were submitted near Nork. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (35), discharge of conditions (24), outline applications (20). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Nork?
In the last 24 months, 172 planning applications were submitted near Nork. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Nork?
The average planning decision time near Nork is 70 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 Nork?
The planning approval rate near Nork is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Nork?
The most common type of planning application near Nork is full planning applications, with 35 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Nork?
You can search and track planning applications near Nork on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.