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Planning in Sunbury Common

Approved
82%
73 of 89 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Spelthorne Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Sunbury Common

Postcode districts

TW16 227 applications in the last 12 monthsTW15 251 applications in the last 12 monthsTW13 290 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 Sunbury Common

Sunbury Common is a settlement located in Surrey, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sunbury Common 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 Sunbury Common a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sunbury Common 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 Sunbury Common, 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, 154 planning applications were submitted near Sunbury Common. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were outline applications (21), full planning applications (19), discharge of conditions (10).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sunbury Common?
In the last 24 months, 154 planning applications were submitted near Sunbury Common. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sunbury Common?
The average planning decision time near Sunbury Common is 55 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 Sunbury Common?
The planning approval rate near Sunbury Common is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sunbury Common?
The most common type of planning application near Sunbury Common is outline applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sunbury Common?
You can search and track planning applications near Sunbury Common on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.