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Staines, Surrey Planning Applications

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Planning data sourced from Surrey council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Staines - Planning Applications & Local Development

Staines-upon-Thames, often referred to as Staines, is a market town located in northwest Surrey, approximately 17 miles from central London. Situated in the Borough of Spelthorne at the junction of the River Thames and River Colne, Staines has strong transport links, including proximity to Heathrow Airport and access to the M25 and M3 motorways. Originally part of Middlesex, it became part of Surrey in 1965 and is considered part of the Greater London Built-up Area, making it a significant location for planning applications in the region. The town has a population of approximately 18,484. It sits within the Spelthorne district.

Staines covers an area of approximately 7.9 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 Staines show an average sale price of £348,272, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Staines 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 Staines a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Staines has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Staines 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 Staines, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.