How long do planning decisions take near Thorncombe Street?

The average planning decision time near Thorncombe Street is 63 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 Thorncombe Street?

The planning approval rate near Thorncombe Street is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Thorncombe Street?

The most common type of planning application near Thorncombe Street is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Thorncombe Street?

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Thorncombe Street, Surrey Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Thorncombe Street, Surrey.

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About Thorncombe Street

Bramley is a picturesque village and civil parish located approximately three miles south of Guildford in Surrey's Borough of Waverley. Nestled within the scenic Surrey Hills National Landscape, this charming area presents a unique setting for potential planning applications, blending rural character with proximity to urban amenities.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £514,446 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Waverley
Parliamentary constituency: Godalming and Ash
LSOA: Waverley 008C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Thorncombe Street.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Thorncombe Street based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Thorncombe Street.

- Coombe Farm, Thorncombe Street, Bramley, Guildford, Surrey, GU5 0NF
Alterations to 2 outbuildings to provide ancillary residential accommodation (as amplified by additional energy statements and calculations received 7/8/23)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2023-05-26
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A brief summary of Thorncombe Street in Surrey

Property prices in Thorncombe Street show an average sale price of £514,446, 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 Thorncombe Street a particularly low-crime area.

Thorncombe Street has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Munstead, Godalming, Thorncombe Street, Bramley. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Thorncombe Street includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Surrey Hills. 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 Thorncombe Street

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Thorncombe Street. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 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 Thorncombe Street.

At 63 days on average, decisions near Thorncombe Street slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Thorncombe Street were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 40% 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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