How long do planning decisions take near Spreakley?

The average planning decision time near Spreakley is 62 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 Spreakley?

The planning approval rate near Spreakley is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Spreakley?

The most common type of planning application near Spreakley is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Spreakley?

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Spreakley, Surrey Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Spreakley, Surrey.

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Planning applications in Spreakley are administered by Guildford Borough Council. View the full Guildford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Spreakley

Frensham is a picturesque village located in Surrey, England, approximately 13 miles west-southwest of Guildford and adjacent to the A287 road. Nestled on the right bank of the River Wey, which is navigable by canoe, Frensham is situated just 3.5 miles south of the nearest town, Farnham. This idyllic location makes it an appealing area for potential planning applications and developments.

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Area Information

Admin district: Guildford
Parliamentary constituency: Godalming and Ash
LSOA: Guildford 014C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Spreakley.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Spreakley.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Spreakley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Spreakley in Surrey

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Spreakley a particularly low-crime area.

Spreakley has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Frensham, Millbridge, Frensham. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Spreakley includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Gong Hill SSSI, Thursley, Hankley & Frensham Commons SSSI; 15 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Surrey Hills; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Thursley, Ash, Pirbright & Chobham; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Thursley, Hankley & Frensham Commons. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Spreakley

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Spreakley. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Spreakley.

At 62 days on average, decisions near Spreakley slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Spreakley were full planning applications (8), outline applications (7), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 18 smaller schemes were submitted.

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