Pirbright, Surrey Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Pirbright, Surrey.
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About Pirbright
Pirbright is a picturesque village located in Surrey, England, within the borough of Guildford. The area features a civil parish council that oversees its traditional boundaries and includes the sub-locality of Stanford Common, home to a prominent research institute focused on farm animal diseases. Noteworthy attractions include the village's grade II* listed medieval church, which houses a notable grave for the renowned explorer Henry Morton Stanley, and the nearby Hodge Brook, also referred to as the Congo Stream. This charming village presents a unique blend of historical significance and contemporary research facilities, making it an interesting area for planning applications.
Population: 4,562 (2021) · Area: 19.0 km²
District: Guildford
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Area Information
- Admin district: Surrey Heath
- Parliamentary constituency: Surrey Heath
- LSOA: Surrey Heath 001B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Pirbright.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Pirbright.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Pirbright based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Pirbright.
- - Green Gates, The Green, Pirbright, Woking, GU24 0JT
Discharge of Conditions 4 (Internal and External Joinery Details) and 5 (External Facing and Roof Materials) of planning permission 25/P/00483 approved 16/10/2025
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Guildford | Date: 2026-04-17
View full details - - 7 Rapleys Field, Pirbright, Woking, GU24 0LT
Erection of front porch, part single/two storey side/rear extensions and associated changes to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Guildford | Date: 2026-03-06
View full details - - Sunset Cottage, Church Lane, Pirbright, Woking, GU24 0JJ
Erection of first floor front dormer window.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Guildford | Date: 2025-12-24
View full details - - Spar Cottage, The Green, Pirbright, Woking, GU24 0JE
T1 and T2 London Plane trees - Re pollard approx 1-1.5m growth (Pirbright Conservation Area)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Guildford | Date: 2025-12-02
View full details - - The Old House, The Green, Pirbright, Woking, GU24 0JE
Application under section 19 of the Listed Building and Conservation Area Act 1990 (as amended) for the variation of condition 3 (materials) to allow the phasing of works which will enable the urgent
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Guildford | Date: 2025-05-15
View full details - - The Glen, Mill Lane, Pirbright, Woking, GU24 0BN
Erection of one self build dwelling, with parking and associated works following partial demolition of an existing barn (amended description 28 May 2025).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Guildford | Date: 2025-01-24
View full details - - The Mill House, Mill Lane, Pirbright, Woking, GU24 0BN
Listed Building Consent for damp proofing works to existing building, including removal of areas of internal plaster and digging of trench externally to allow access for damp proofing works and to be
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Guildford | Date: 2023-06-16
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A brief summary of Pirbright in Surrey
Pirbright is a picturesque village located in Surrey, England, within the borough of Guildford. The area features a civil parish council that oversees its traditional boundaries and includes the sub-locality of Stanford Common, home to a prominent research institute focused on farm animal diseases. Noteworthy attractions include the village's grade II* listed medieval church, which houses a notable grave for the renowned explorer Henry Morton Stanley, and the nearby Hodge Brook, also referred to as the Congo Stream. This charming village presents a unique blend of historical significance and contemporary research facilities, making it an interesting area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,562 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Guildford district.
Pirbright covers an area of approximately 19.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Pirbright a particularly low-crime area.
Pirbright has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Brookwood Cemetery, Basingstoke Canal, Basingstoke Canal North, Pirbright. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Pirbright includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ash to Brookwood Heaths SSSI, Basingstoke Canal SSSI, Colony Bog and Bagshot Heath SSSI; 7 Ancient Woodland sites; 5 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Thursley, Ash, Pirbright & Chobham; 6 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Thames Basin Heaths. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pirbright 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.
Planning Activity in Pirbright
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Pirbright. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Pirbright.
At 65 days on average, decisions near Pirbright slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Pirbright were full planning applications (12), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 21 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.