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Planning in Pixham

Approved
83%
88 of 105 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Pixham in the last 24 months, from Mole Valley District Council's planning register.

Decided by Mole Valley District CouncilCouncil page

Around Pixham

Postcode districts

RH4 214 applications in the last 12 monthsRH5 310 applications in the last 12 monthsKT20 305 applications in the last 12 monthsKT22 364 applications in the last 12 monthsRH14 332 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Mole Valley District Council

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About Pixham

Pixham is a charming chapelry located within the parish of Dorking, Surrey, just 1 km southwest of the town centre, near the confluence of the River Mole and Pipp Brook. Notably, it is home to two of Dorking's three railway stations, providing excellent transport links. Additionally, Pixham is conveniently situated near the junction of the A24 and A25 main roads, making it an important area for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 761. It sits within the Mole Valley district.

Property prices in Pixham show an average sale price of £484,293, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Pixham 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 Pixham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Pixham has 27 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pixham 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 Pixham, 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, 130 planning applications were submitted near Pixham. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), tree works (8), discharge of conditions (7). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Pixham?
In the last 24 months, 130 planning applications were submitted near Pixham. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pixham?
The average planning decision time near Pixham is 69 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 Pixham?
The planning approval rate near Pixham is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pixham?
The most common type of planning application near Pixham is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pixham?
You can search and track planning applications near Pixham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.