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Planning in Upper Hale

Approved
91%
50 of 55 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Upper Hale

Postcode districts

GU9 261 applications in the last 12 monthsGU11 129 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 Upper Hale

Upper Hale, located in Surrey just north of Farnham, is a village that forms part of a connected settlement alongside Lower Hale, Weybourne, and Heath End. This elevated area offers stunning views to the south over the Greensand Ridge, with housing primarily built on the Farnham clay and sandstone range. The electoral ward of Farnham Upper Hale has a population of 4,241, making it an important community for local planning considerations and developments.

Property prices in Upper Hale show an average sale price of £641,314, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Upper Hale 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 Upper Hale a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Upper Hale has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upper Hale 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 Upper Hale, 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, 85 planning applications were submitted near Upper Hale. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (31), tree works (11), outline applications (10).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (67% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Upper Hale?
In the last 24 months, 85 planning applications were submitted near Upper Hale. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Upper Hale?
The average planning decision time near Upper Hale is 65 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 Upper Hale?
The planning approval rate near Upper Hale is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Hale?
The most common type of planning application near Upper Hale is full planning applications, with 31 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Upper Hale?
You can search and track planning applications near Upper Hale on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.