Westcott, Surrey Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Westcott, Surrey.
Surrey · England · settlement
About Westcott
Westcott is a picturesque village located in central Surrey, approximately 1.5 miles west of Dorking, within the Mole Valley district. Nestled in the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the village is bordered by the scenic Ranmore Common and Leith Hill. The Pipp Brook, a tributary of the River Mole, flows to the north of the village, enhancing the area's natural charm and appeal for prospective planning applications.
Population: 2,251
District: Mole Valley
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Area Information
- Admin district: Mole Valley
- Parliamentary constituency: Dorking and Horley
- LSOA: Mole Valley 009A
Crime Statistics
15 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 4
- anti-social-behaviour: 3
- criminal-damage-arson: 3
- other-crime: 2
- other-theft: 1
- public-order: 1
- vehicle-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Westcott.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Westcott.
- 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 Westcott based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
56 planning applications found near Westcott.
- MO/2026/00408 - THE VICARAGE, GUILDFORD ROAD, WESTCOTT
Discharge of Condition 6 of planning permission MO/2021/1744/PLA for conversion of existing vicarage to a pair of semi-detached dwellings, including demolition of side extension, conversion of outbuil
Status: Approved | Type: Approval of Conditions | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-03-19 - 130034 - THE VICARAGE GUILDFORD ROAD WESTCOTT RH4 3QB
Discharge of Conditions 3 and 6 of planning permission MO/2021/1744/PLA for conversion of existing vicarage to a pair of semi-detached dwellings, including demolition of side extension, conversion of
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - MO/2026/00378 - CROOKED ACRE, 7-8 MILTON STREET
T1 - Large Acacia in "No mans land" fell to ground level by dismantling in sections located to the side of CROOKED ACRE Milton street.
Status: Approved | Type: Conservation Area Trees | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-03-11 - 130042 - THE VICARAGE GUILDFORD ROAD WESTCOTT RH4 3QB
Oak T1. Fell because of excessive crown overhang of newly redeveloped building.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-03-11
View full details - 130000 - CROOKED ACRE 7-8 MILTON STREET WESTCOTT RH4 3PX
T1 - Large Acacia in "No mans land" fell to ground level by dismantling in sections located to the side of CROOKED ACRE Milton street.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-03-11
View full details - MO/2026/00372 - THE VICARAGE, GUILDFORD ROAD
Oak T1. Fell because of excessive crown overhang of newly redeveloped building.
Status: Approved | Type: Conservation Area Trees | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-03-11 - MO/2026/00313 - 8, CRADHURST CLOSE, WESTCOTT
G1 - 2 X Spruce - Fell to ground level. T1 - 1 X Beech - Fell to ground level. T2 -1X Contonester - Fell to ground level. T3 - 2 X Conifer - Fell to ground level.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conservation Area Trees | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-03-06 - 129695 - LAND AT CRADHURST CLOSE WESTCOTT RH4 3PS
G1 - 2 X Spruce - Fell to ground level. T1 - 1 X Beech - Fell to ground level. T2 -1X Contonester - Fell to ground level. T3 - 2 X Conifer - Fell to ground level.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - MO/2026/00092 - MERTON HOUSE, GUILDFORD ROAD, WESTCOTT
G2. Hornbeam x 2 and Plum front LHS - Crown reduce to the previous crown reduction points removing approximately 1.5 metres. 6.5x3m down to 5x1.5m T3. Silver Birch - Crown reduce to the previous crown
Status: Approved | Type: Conservation Area Trees | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2026-01-07 - MO/2026/00039 - THE VICARAGE, GUILDFORD ROAD, WESTCOTT
Discharge of Condition 5 of approved planning permission MO/2021/1744 for the conversion of existing vicarage to a pair of semi-detached dwellings, including demolition of side extension, conversion o
Status: Approved | Type: Approval of Conditions | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-12-18 - MO/2026/00006 - 27, 27 Pointers Hill, Westcott
Variation of condition 2 of approved planning application MO/2023/0011 for the erection of a two storey side extension and conversion of the existing garage to habitable space, roof lights windows to
Status: Approved | Type: Variance of Conditions | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-12-04 - MO/2025/02687 - 10, THE PADDOCK, WESTCOTT
Certificate of Lawfulness for a proposed development in respect of the demolition of existing conservatory, the erection of a single-storey rear extension and the relocation of solar panels
Status: Approved | Type: Proposed Certificate of Lawful Use | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-11-26 - 129439 - THE VICARAGE GUILDFORD ROAD WESTCOTT RH4 3QB
Non-material amendment to approved planning permission MO/2021/1744 for the conversion of existing vicarage to a pair of semi-detached dwellings, including demolition of side extension, conversion of
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-11-21
View full details - MO/2025/02722 - THE VICARAGE, GUILDFORD ROAD, WESTCOTT
Non-material amendment to approved planning permission MO/2021/1744 for the conversion of existing vicarage to a pair of semi-detached dwellings, including demolition of side extension, conversion of
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Minor Non Material Changes | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-11-21 - MO/2025/02706 - HOLY TRINITY CHURCH, WESTCOTT HEATH
Replacement of 1 No. external antenna, the removal of 2 No. cabinets and the installation of 1 No. Airo cabinet measuring 750x600x2100mm, 1 No. GPS node and ancillary development.
Status: Approved | Type: Detailed | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-11-19 - MO/2025/02720 - SKEYNES HOUSE, GUILDFORD ROAD, WESTCOTT
1. Crown reduction by a maximum of 3 metres. 2. Acer Conspicuum Red Flamingo tree - Fell. 3 - A new Acer Conspicuum Red Flamingo tree has been planted near the garden shed and boundary wall to replace
Status: Approved | Type: Conservation Area Trees | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-11-17 - MO/2025/02616 - THE VICARAGE, GUILDFORD ROAD, WESTCOTT
Non-material amendment to planning permission MO/2021/1744 for the conversion of existing vicarage to a pair of semi-detached dwellings, including demolition of side extension, conversion of outbuildi
Status: Refused | Type: Minor Non Material Changes | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-11-07 - MO/2025/02545 - 7, GUILDFORD ROAD, WESTCOTT
Replacement of front door and door frame.
Status: Refused | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-11-03 - MO/2025/02615 - OLD BURY HILL GARDENS, MILTON STREET, WESTCOTT
Removal of 17 non native conifers and one self seeded willow tree.
Status: Approved | Type: Conservation Area Trees | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-11-03 - 129328 - SKEYNES HOUSE GUILDFORD ROAD WESTCOTT RH4 3QE
1. Crown reduction by a maximum of 3 metres. 2. Acer Conspicuum Red Flamingo tree - Fell. 3 - A new Acer Conspicuum Red Flamingo tree has been planted near the garden shed and boundary wall to replace
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Mole Valley | Date: 2025-11-01
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A brief summary of Westcott in Surrey
Westcott is a picturesque village located in central Surrey, approximately 1.5 miles west of Dorking, within the Mole Valley district. Nestled in the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the village is bordered by the scenic Ranmore Common and Leith Hill. The Pipp Brook, a tributary of the River Mole, flows to the north of the village, enhancing the area's natural charm and appeal for prospective planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,251. It sits within the Mole Valley district.
There were 15 crimes reported in the Westcott area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.
Westcott has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Milton Street, Westcott. 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 Westcott includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hackhurst and White Downs SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Surrey Hills. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Westcott
In the last 24 months, 80 planning applications were submitted near Westcott. Of these, 7% were approved, with an average decision time of 88 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Westcott.
The average decision period of 88 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Westcott were tree works (5), full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 15 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
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