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Planning in Shortheath

Approved
93%
102 of 106 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Shortheath

Postcode districts

GU10 523 applications in the last 12 monthsGU9 260 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Waverley Borough Council

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About Shortheath

Shortheath is a settlement located in Surrey, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Shortheath 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 Shortheath a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Shortheath has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shortheath 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Shortheath, 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, 160 planning applications were submitted near Shortheath. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (52), tree works (24), outline applications (11). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Shortheath?
In the last 24 months, 160 planning applications were submitted near Shortheath. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Shortheath?
The average planning decision time near Shortheath is 61 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 Shortheath?
The planning approval rate near Shortheath is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Shortheath?
The most common type of planning application near Shortheath is full planning applications, with 52 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Shortheath?
You can search and track planning applications near Shortheath on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.