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Planning in Pirbright

Approved
87%
34 of 39 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

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

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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. 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.

Property prices in Pirbright show an average sale price of £477,219, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Pirbright a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Pirbright has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Pirbright, 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, 46 planning applications were submitted near Pirbright. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 97 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), discharge of conditions (5), tree works (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Pirbright?
In the last 24 months, 46 planning applications were submitted near Pirbright. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pirbright?
The average planning decision time near Pirbright is 97 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 Pirbright?
The planning approval rate near Pirbright is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pirbright?
The most common type of planning application near Pirbright is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pirbright?
You can search and track planning applications near Pirbright on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.