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Planning in Puttenham

Approved
65%
15 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 19 weeks
on average

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

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About Puttenham

Puttenham is a picturesque village in Surrey, England, situated just south of the Hog's Back, the narrowest point of the North Downs. Conveniently located between Guildford and Farnham, it is easily accessible via the A31 trunk road. The surrounding area includes nearby villages such as Wanborough, Shackleford, and Compton, making it an appealing location for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 591 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Guildford district.

Puttenham covers an area of approximately 7.9 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 Puttenham show an average sale price of £458,405, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Puttenham 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 Puttenham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Puttenham has 19 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Puttenham 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 Puttenham, 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, 27 planning applications were submitted near Puttenham. Of these, 65% were approved, with an average decision time of 136 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), tree works (4), outline applications (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Puttenham?
In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Puttenham. The approval rate is 65%.
How long do planning decisions take near Puttenham?
The average planning decision time near Puttenham is 136 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 Puttenham?
The planning approval rate near Puttenham is 65%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Puttenham?
The most common type of planning application near Puttenham is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Puttenham?
You can search and track planning applications near Puttenham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.