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44 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Staines · updated daily · Spelthorne Borough Council

Planning in Staines

Approved
84%
150 of 174 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Staines

Postcode districts

TW18 316 applications in the last 12 monthsKT8 244 applications in the last 12 monthsTW14 223 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Spelthorne Borough Council

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About Staines

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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Staines, 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, 260 planning applications were submitted near Staines. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (45), outline applications (44), full planning applications (32). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

7 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 5 were dismissed (29% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Staines?
In the last 24 months, 260 planning applications were submitted near Staines. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Staines?
The average planning decision time near Staines is 60 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 Staines?
The planning approval rate near Staines is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Staines?
The most common type of planning application near Staines is discharge of conditions, with 45 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Staines?
You can search and track planning applications near Staines on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.