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37 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of West Molesey · updated daily · Elmbridge Borough Council

Planning in West Molesey

Approved
79%
192 of 239 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around West Molesey

Postcode districts

KT8 244 applications in the last 12 monthsTW12 352 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Elmbridge Borough Council

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About West Molesey

West Molesey is a suburban area located in the Borough of Elmbridge, Surrey, England, and forms part of the Greater London Built-up Area. Nestled on the south bank of the River Thames, it is adjacent to East Molesey and offers a blend of residential communities and local amenities, making it a significant focus for planning applications and developments in the region.

Property prices in West Molesey show an average sale price of £530,109, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes West Molesey a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around West Molesey has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Molesey 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 West Molesey, 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, 299 planning applications were submitted near West Molesey. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (91), outline applications (56), discharge of conditions (22).

14 planning appeals were lodged, of which 9 were allowed and 5 were dismissed (64% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Molesey?
In the last 24 months, 299 planning applications were submitted near West Molesey. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near West Molesey?
The average planning decision time near West Molesey is 71 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 West Molesey?
The planning approval rate near West Molesey is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Molesey?
The most common type of planning application near West Molesey is full planning applications, with 91 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Molesey?
You can search and track planning applications near West Molesey on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.