Tilford, Surrey Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Tilford, Surrey.
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About Tilford
Tilford is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Surrey, England, approximately 3 miles southeast of Farnham, where two branches of the River Wey converge. Surrounded by natural beauty, it features the steep northern slopes of the Greensand Ridge at Crooksbury Hill and the Farnham Common Nature Reserve to the west, which is home to the Rural Life Living Museum. The village also serves as a junction for the Greensand Way, providing access to the scenic walking route that traverses the region.
Population: 832 (2021) · Area: 9.9 km²
District: Waverley
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £682,323 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Waverley
- Parliamentary constituency: Farnham and Bordon
- LSOA: Waverley 009A
Crime Statistics
2 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- public-order: 1
- other-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Tilford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Tilford.
- 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 Tilford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near Tilford.
- - Field Barn, Whitmead Lane, Tilford, Farnham, GU10 2BP
Construction of a vehicular access and entrance gates.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2025-12-10
View full details - - 16 Foxdene, Shepherds Way, Tilford, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 2AB
Erection of single and two storey extensions and alterations (additional plans rec'd 07/01/2026).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2025-10-15
View full details - - Riversmeet Riversmeet Cottage, Tilford Street, Tilford, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 2BW
Erection of extensions and alterations to detached bungalow and erection of detached garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2024-11-12
View full details - - Meads Cottage, Whitmead Lane, Tilford, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 2BP
Certificate of lawfulness under section 192 for erection of a single storey extension and alterations to roof space including installation of roof lights to provide habitable accommodation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Waverley | Date: 2024-03-27
View full details - - Caesars Corner, Tilford Street, Tilford, Farnham, Surrey, GU10 2BW
Erection of extensions and alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2024-01-30
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A brief summary of Tilford in Surrey
Tilford is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Surrey, England, approximately 3 miles southeast of Farnham, where two branches of the River Wey converge. Surrounded by natural beauty, it features the steep northern slopes of the Greensand Ridge at Crooksbury Hill and the Farnham Common Nature Reserve to the west, which is home to the Rural Life Living Museum. The village also serves as a junction for the Greensand Way, providing access to the scenic walking route that traverses the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 832 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Waverley district.
Tilford covers an area of approximately 9.9 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 Tilford show an average sale price of £682,323, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
Neighbourhood safety in Tilford is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Tilford has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Tilford, Waverley Abbey, Farnham. 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 Tilford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Thursley, Hankley & Frensham Commons SSSI; 15 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Surrey Hills; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Thursley, Ash, Pirbright & Chobham; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Thursley, Hankley & Frensham Commons. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Tilford 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.
Planning Activity in Tilford
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Tilford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Tilford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 74 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Tilford were full planning applications (7), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 64% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 10 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.