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Planning in Tolworth

Approved
73%
264 of 359 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Tolworth in the last 24 months, from Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames's planning register.

Decided by Royal Borough of Kingston upon ThamesCouncil page

Around Tolworth

Postcode districts

KT6 432 applications in the last 12 monthsKT5 250 applications in the last 12 monthsKT9 253 applications in the last 12 monthsKT4 318 applications in the last 12 monthsKT19 420 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames

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About Tolworth

Tolworth is a suburban area located in the Surbiton district of the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, approximately 11 miles southwest of Charing Cross. Divided by the A3 Kingston Bypass, it lies just north of the Greater London-Surrey border and is surrounded by several neighbourhoods, including Berrylands, Chessington, and Epsom. Its proximity to key transport links makes Tolworth a significant consideration for planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Tolworth show an average sale price of £530,699, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Tolworth 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 Tolworth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Tolworth 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 Tolworth, 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, 418 planning applications were submitted near Tolworth. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were outline applications (46), full planning applications (19), discharge of conditions (16).

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Tolworth?
In the last 24 months, 418 planning applications were submitted near Tolworth. The approval rate is 73%.
How long do planning decisions take near Tolworth?
The average planning decision time near Tolworth is 60 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 Tolworth?
The planning approval rate near Tolworth is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Tolworth?
The most common type of planning application near Tolworth is outline applications, with 46 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Tolworth?
You can search and track planning applications near Tolworth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.