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Planning in Ottershaw

Approved
90%
46 of 50 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Ottershaw

Postcode districts

KT16 304 applications in the last 12 monthsKT15 253 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Runnymede Borough Council

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About Ottershaw

Ottershaw is a village located in the Borough of Runnymede, Surrey, approximately 32 km (20 mi) southwest of central London. Emerging in the mid-19th century from several hamlets, Ottershaw became an independent parish in 1871, making it a key area for potential planning applications and developments within this historic context. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,853. It sits within the Runnymede district.

Ottershaw covers an area of approximately 2.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ottershaw 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 Ottershaw a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ottershaw has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ottershaw 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Ottershaw, 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, 73 planning applications were submitted near Ottershaw. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (10), tree works (7), other applications (7). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ottershaw?
In the last 24 months, 73 planning applications were submitted near Ottershaw. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ottershaw?
The average planning decision time near Ottershaw is 48 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 Ottershaw?
The planning approval rate near Ottershaw is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ottershaw?
The most common type of planning application near Ottershaw is discharge of conditions, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ottershaw?
You can search and track planning applications near Ottershaw on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.