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Planning in Ockham

Approved
94%
82 of 85 decided
Decision time
about 20 weeks
on average

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

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About Ockham

Ockham is a picturesque rural village located in the borough of Guildford, Surrey, situated just east of the A3 and stretching to the River Wey in the west, where a historic mill-house is found. Nestled between Cobham and East Horsley, Ockham's unique character and setting make it an area of interest for planning applications related to rural development and conservation. The settlement has a population of approximately 414 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Guildford district.

Ockham covers an area of approximately 12.1 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 Ockham show an average sale price of £477,219, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ockham 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 Ockham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ockham has 18 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ockham 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 Ockham, 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, 129 planning applications were submitted near Ockham. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 140 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (88), full planning applications (10), tree works (6). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ockham?
In the last 24 months, 129 planning applications were submitted near Ockham. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ockham?
The average planning decision time near Ockham is 140 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 Ockham?
The planning approval rate near Ockham is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ockham?
The most common type of planning application near Ockham is discharge of conditions, with 88 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ockham?
You can search and track planning applications near Ockham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.