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Planning in Old Woking

Approved
91%
127 of 139 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Old Woking

Old Woking, located approximately 1.3 miles southeast of Woking's town centre, is the original settlement of the borough. Nestled between the Hoe Stream and the River Wey, it features the A247 as its main thoroughfare, linking it to Clandon Park and the A3. The area boasts significant green spaces, including portions of Woking's largest parks, and the village is predominantly residential, characterized by semi-detached houses with gardens across its 224-hectare expanse. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,192. It sits within the Woking district.

Old Woking covers an area of approximately 2.2 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 Old Woking 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 Old Woking 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 Old Woking a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Old Woking has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Old Woking 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 Old Woking, 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, 169 planning applications were submitted near Old Woking. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (41), tree works (21), outline applications (16). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Old Woking?
In the last 24 months, 169 planning applications were submitted near Old Woking. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Old Woking?
The average planning decision time near Old Woking is 64 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 Old Woking?
The planning approval rate near Old Woking is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Old Woking?
The most common type of planning application near Old Woking is full planning applications, with 41 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Old Woking?
You can search and track planning applications near Old Woking on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.