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Planning in Westfield

Approved
85%
71 of 84 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Westfield

Postcode districts

GU22 527 applications in the last 12 monthsGU4 265 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Woking Borough Council

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About Westfield

Westfield, located in Woking borough, Surrey, serves as the southern boundary of the town, transitioning from typical suburban housing in the north to semi-rural residences, smallholdings, and verdant landscapes in the south. This area borders London's Metropolitan Green Belt, making it a significant zone for planning applications related to residential development and conservation efforts. It sits within the Woking district.

Property prices in Westfield show an average sale price of £477,219, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Westfield 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 Westfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Westfield has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Westfield 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 Westfield, 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, 114 planning applications were submitted near Westfield. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (48), discharge of conditions (8), outline applications (7). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Westfield?
In the last 24 months, 114 planning applications were submitted near Westfield. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Westfield?
The average planning decision time near Westfield is 79 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 Westfield?
The planning approval rate near Westfield is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Westfield?
The most common type of planning application near Westfield is full planning applications, with 48 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Westfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Westfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.