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Planning in South Holmwood

Approved
64%
9 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About South Holmwood

South Holmwood is a charming semi-rural village located in Surrey, England, approximately 3 miles south of Dorking. The village is part of a wider civil parish that includes Holmwood Common, but notably excludes Mid and North Holmwood. Situated along the A24 dual carriageway, South Holmwood offers convenient access to surrounding areas, while Betchett's Brook marks its southern boundary. The nearby Holmwood railway station, although technically in the parish of Capel, is accessible via a scenic path through Holmwood Corner, making it an appealing location for those considering planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 895. It sits within the Mole Valley district.

South Holmwood covers an area of approximately 7.7 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, South Holmwood 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 South Holmwood, 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, 19 planning applications were submitted near South Holmwood. Of these, 64% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near South Holmwood?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near South Holmwood. The approval rate is 64%.
How long do planning decisions take near South Holmwood?
The average planning decision time near South Holmwood is 67 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 South Holmwood?
The planning approval rate near South Holmwood is 64%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near South Holmwood?
The most common type of planning application near South Holmwood is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near South Holmwood?
You can search and track planning applications near South Holmwood on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.