How long do planning decisions take near Stanwell?

The average planning decision time near Stanwell is 57 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 Stanwell?

The planning approval rate near Stanwell is 60%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Stanwell?

The most common type of planning application near Stanwell is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stanwell?

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Stanwell, Surrey Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stanwell, Surrey.

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About Stanwell

Stanwell is a village located in the Spelthorne district of Surrey, England, situated 16 miles west of central London. The area features a mix of residential and recreational spaces, with a portion designated for industrial use due to its proximity to Heathrow Airport. Historically part of Middlesex, Stanwell became part of Surrey in 1965 and is noteworthy as the northernmost settlement in the county, adjacent to Berkshire and Greater London.

Population: 11,279 · Area: 5.1 km²

District: Spelthorne

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £457,204 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Spelthorne
Parliamentary constituency: Spelthorne
LSOA: Spelthorne 001B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stanwell.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stanwell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Stanwell.

26/00535/CPD - 55 St Marys Crescent Stanwell Staines-upon-Thames TW19 7HU
Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed loft conversion with rear dormer and 3 skylights in front roof slope
Status: Undecided | Council: Spelthorne | Date: 2026-05-21
- 55 St Marys Crescent Stanwell Staines-upon-Thames TW19 7HU
Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed loft conversion with rear dormer and 3 skylights in front roof slope
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Spelthorne | Date: 2026-05-21
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- 47 Ensign Way Stanwell Staines-upon-Thames TW19 7RE
Prior Approval Notification for a single storey rear extension extending 6 metres beyond the rear wall of the original dwellinghouse, with a maximum height of 3.25 metres and eaves height of 2.98 metr
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Spelthorne | Date: 2025-07-18
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- 1 Maisie Webster Close, Stanwell, Staines-upon-Thames, TW19 7PY
Erection of a first floor side extension over the existing single storey side extension to create an additional 3 bedrooms. Change of use frm use class C3 to C4 (house in multiple occupation).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Spelthorne | Date: 2016-02-19
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- The Existing Communal Garden Area Behind, 13-29 Diamedes Avenue & 26-42 St Annes Avenue, Stanwell And The Adjacent Existing Lock Up Garage Sites Towards North And Towards South Of The Communal Garden Area.,
Minor Amendments
Status: Undecided | Council: Spelthorne | Date: 2011-08-15
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A brief summary of Stanwell in Surrey

Stanwell covers an area of approximately 5.1 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 Stanwell show an average sale price of £457,204, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Stanwell has one conservation area within its boundaries: Stanwell. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Stanwell includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Staines Moor SSSI; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): South West London Waterbodies; 2 Ramsar Wetland Sites: South West London Waterbodies. 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 Stanwell

In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Stanwell. Of these, 60% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 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 Stanwell.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Stanwell slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Stanwell were full planning applications (10), outline applications (8), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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