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Planning in Tongham

Approved
84%
69 of 79 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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Around Tongham

Postcode districts

GU12 173 applications in the last 12 monthsGU10 524 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Waverley Borough Council

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About Tongham

Tongham is a village located northeast of Farnham in Surrey, England. Its development predominantly spans the western part of the civil parish, situated close to the A31 and A331 roads. The area includes notable features such as Poyle Park to the east and the site of the former Runfold manor house to the west, making it relevant for planning applications and local developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,350 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Guildford district.

Tongham covers an area of approximately 3.3 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Tongham 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 Tongham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Tongham has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Tongham 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Tongham, 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, 104 planning applications were submitted near Tongham. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (27), outline applications (16), discharge of conditions (13). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Tongham?
In the last 24 months, 104 planning applications were submitted near Tongham. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Tongham?
The average planning decision time near Tongham is 82 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 Tongham?
The planning approval rate near Tongham is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Tongham?
The most common type of planning application near Tongham is full planning applications, with 27 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Tongham?
You can search and track planning applications near Tongham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.