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Planning in Surbiton

Approved
74%
258 of 335 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Surbiton in the last 24 months, from Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames's planning register.

Decided by Royal Borough of Kingston upon ThamesCouncil page

Around Surbiton

Postcode districts

KT6 432 applications in the last 12 monthsKT1 463 applications in the last 12 monthsKT7 120 applications in the last 12 monthsKT5 250 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames

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About Surbiton

Surbiton is a suburban neighbourhood located in the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, South West London, approximately 11 miles southwest of Charing Cross along the River Thames. Once part of the historic county of Surrey, it has been incorporated into Greater London since 1965. Surbiton encompasses five wards: Alexandra, Berrylands, St. Mark's, Surbiton Hill, and Tolworth, making it a key area for planning applications within the borough.

Property prices in Surbiton show an average sale price of £530,699, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Surbiton 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 Surbiton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Surbiton has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Surbiton 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 Surbiton, 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, 488 planning applications were submitted near Surbiton. Of these, 74% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were tree works (31), discharge of conditions (22), outline applications (14).

8 planning appeals were lodged, of which 5 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (63% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Surbiton?
In the last 24 months, 488 planning applications were submitted near Surbiton. The approval rate is 74%.
How long do planning decisions take near Surbiton?
The average planning decision time near Surbiton 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 Surbiton?
The planning approval rate near Surbiton is 74%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Surbiton?
The most common type of planning application near Surbiton is tree works applications, with 31 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Surbiton?
You can search and track planning applications near Surbiton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.