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37 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Thorpe · updated daily · Runnymede Borough Council

Only 9 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 37 · received or decided in the last 12 months

St Marys Vicarage Church Approach Thorpe Surrey TW20 8TQAwaiting decisionRecommended works: -T005, T009, T011 (Holly hedge): Reduce Holly hedge back to main trunk to a height of 2m, in order to create access for pedestrians. -T006, T007, T008, T010, T011, T012, T013, T014: Sycamores- Sever ivy on all these and raise crown by 2m in height . T008 to also remove the low, over-extended branch that is over the path.Received 2 Nov 2026RU.26/1507
Glenfield Hurst Lane Egham Surrey TW20 8QJAwaiting decisionMaterial change of use of a C3 dwellinghouse to a C2 Residential Institution for the provision of residential accommodation and care to people in need of care.Received 26 Oct 2026RU.26/1352
Sherwood Green Road Thorpe Surrey TW20 8QSAwaiting decisionExtension of first floor over existing side extension with dual pitched roof over and associated internal changes. Change of some external finish to render.Received 14 Oct 2026RU.26/1316
St Marys Parish Church Church Approach Thorpe Surrey TW20 8TQAwaiting decisionConservation Area Tree Works; T1 - Walnut - reduce overall by 3m to leave a finished height of 12m and a finished spread of 7m. The tree is located in the church yard in close proximity to the church building and has become too large for its position.Received 9 Oct 2026RU.26/1332
Woodlands Grange Hurst Lane Egham TW20 8QJAwaiting decisionErection of dwelling houseReceived 2 Oct 2026RU.26/1188

Planning in Thorpe

Approved: 86%; 42 of 48 decided
Decision time: about 6 weeks; on average

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

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Around Thorpe

Postcode districts

TW20 275 applications in the last 12 monthsGU25 184 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Runnymede Borough Council

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About Thorpe

Thorpe is a village located in northwest Surrey, approximately 20 miles west of central London, within the Borough of Runnymede. Nestled between Egham, Virginia Water, and Chertsey, the village is conveniently adjacent to the M25 and near the M3, covering a ward area of 856 hectares. Once a civil parish, Thorpe offers a unique setting that may influence local planning applications due to its infrastructure and natural boundaries. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,465. It sits within the Runnymede district.

Property prices in Thorpe show an average sale price of £514,740, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Thorpe 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 Thorpe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Thorpe has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Thorpe 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 Thorpe, 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, 66 planning applications were submitted near Thorpe. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

The most common types were outline applications (20), discharge of conditions (9), tree works (7). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Thorpe?

In the last 24 months, 66 planning applications were submitted near Thorpe. The approval rate is 86%.

How long do planning decisions take near Thorpe?

The average planning decision time near Thorpe is 41 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 Thorpe?

The planning approval rate near Thorpe is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Thorpe?

The most common type of planning application near Thorpe is outline applications, with 20 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Thorpe?

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