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Planning in Shackleford

Approved
79%
11 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Shackleford

Shackleford is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Borough of Guildford, Surrey, approximately 32 miles southwest of London and just 5.2 miles from Guildford. Nestled to the west of the A3, it encompasses the localities of Eashing, Hurtmore, Norney, and Gatwick, making it a notable area for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 707 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Guildford district.

Shackleford covers an area of approximately 8.0 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 Shackleford show an average sale price of £541,072, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Shackleford 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 Shackleford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Shackleford has 22 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shackleford 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 Shackleford, 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, 17 planning applications were submitted near Shackleford. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), listed building and heritage (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Shackleford?
In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Shackleford. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Shackleford?
The average planning decision time near Shackleford is 73 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 Shackleford?
The planning approval rate near Shackleford is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Shackleford?
The most common type of planning application near Shackleford is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Shackleford?
You can search and track planning applications near Shackleford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.