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Planning in Woolmer Hill

Approved
91%
21 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Woolmer Hill

Postcode districts

GU27 260 applications in the last 12 monthsGU26 84 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 Woolmer Hill

Woolmer Hill is a prominent highland area located in the south-west corner of Surrey, within the Borough of Waverley, bordering Hampshire and West Sussex. This residential neighbourhood features 20th-century homes along Hatchett's Drive and Lower Hanger, while the northern section is predominantly wooded. The area, which stands at 185.5 meters above sea level, has seen growth due to the nearby A3 trunk road and the expansion of Haslemere, a key stop on the Portsmouth Direct Line railway. Key landmarks include Woolmer Hill School and St Mary's Abbey, set against a backdrop of semi-rural houses.

Property prices in Woolmer Hill show an average sale price of £608,536, 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 Woolmer Hill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Woolmer Hill has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Woolmer Hill 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 Woolmer Hill, 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, 38 planning applications were submitted near Woolmer Hill. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), tree works (9), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Woolmer Hill?
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Woolmer Hill. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Woolmer Hill?
The average planning decision time near Woolmer Hill is 58 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 Woolmer Hill?
The planning approval rate near Woolmer Hill is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Woolmer Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Woolmer Hill is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Woolmer Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Woolmer Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.