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Planning in The Downs

Approved
97%
29 of 30 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Waverley Borough CouncilCouncil page

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About The Downs

The Downs is a settlement located in Surrey, England.

Property prices in The Downs show an average sale price of £541,072, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the The Downs 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 The Downs a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around The Downs has 22 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, The Downs 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 The Downs, 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, 45 planning applications were submitted near The Downs. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (24), outline applications (5), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near The Downs?
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near The Downs. The approval rate is 97%.
How long do planning decisions take near The Downs?
The average planning decision time near The Downs is 66 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 The Downs?
The planning approval rate near The Downs is 97%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near The Downs?
The most common type of planning application near The Downs is full planning applications, with 24 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near The Downs?
You can search and track planning applications near The Downs on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.