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Planning in Sutton Green

Approved
73%
8 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Sutton Green

Postcode districts

GU4 264 applications in the last 12 monthsGU22 524 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Woking Borough Council

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About Sutton Green

Sutton Green is a semi-rural suburb nestled within the Metropolitan Green Belt, situated between Guildford and Woking in Surrey. This tranquil area is adjacent to Jacobs Well, offering a blend of residential living and green spaces, making it a key consideration for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 727. It sits within the Woking district.

Sutton Green covers an area of approximately 5.8 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 Sutton Green show an average sale price of £458,405, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sutton Green 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 Sutton Green a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sutton Green has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sutton Green 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 Sutton Green, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Sutton Green. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sutton Green?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Sutton Green. The approval rate is 73%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sutton Green?
The average planning decision time near Sutton Green is 78 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 Sutton Green?
The planning approval rate near Sutton Green is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sutton Green?
The most common type of planning application near Sutton Green is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sutton Green?
You can search and track planning applications near Sutton Green on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.