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Planning in Rowledge

Approved
97%
98 of 100 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Rowledge

Rowledge is a picturesque village located on the Surrey-Hampshire border, just south of the A31 and Farnham. Surrounded by neighbouring villages such as Wrecclesham and Frensham, it offers proximity to natural attractions like Alice Holt Forest to the southwest and Birdworld to the west. Situated within the Waverley Ward of Farnham, Wrecclesham, and Rowledge, the village presents potential opportunities for planning applications in a serene rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,578. It sits within the Farnham district.

Property prices in Rowledge show an average sale price of £641,314, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Rowledge 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 Rowledge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Rowledge has 16 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rowledge 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 Rowledge, 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, 140 planning applications were submitted near Rowledge. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (48), tree works (25), outline applications (14). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Rowledge?
In the last 24 months, 140 planning applications were submitted near Rowledge. The approval rate is 97%.
How long do planning decisions take near Rowledge?
The average planning decision time near Rowledge is 63 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 Rowledge?
The planning approval rate near Rowledge is 97%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Rowledge?
The most common type of planning application near Rowledge is full planning applications, with 48 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Rowledge?
You can search and track planning applications near Rowledge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.