How long do planning decisions take near Wormley?

The average planning decision time near Wormley is 56 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 Wormley?

The planning approval rate near Wormley is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wormley?

The most common type of planning application near Wormley is outline applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wormley?

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Wormley, Surrey Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wormley, Surrey.

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About Wormley

Wormley is a village located within the civil parish of Witley and Milford in the Waverley district of Surrey, England. Situated approximately 5 km (3.1 miles) south-southwest of Godalming, it is conveniently positioned near Witley station and the A283 Petworth Road, making it an area of interest for planning applications and developments.

District: Witley

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £538,870 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Waverley
Parliamentary constituency: Godalming and Ash
LSOA: Waverley 012A

Crime Statistics

3 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 2
other-theft: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wormley.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wormley.

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 Wormley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Wormley.

- Hurst Cottage, Combe Lane, Wormley, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 5TE
Construction of 2 x dormer windows on east elevation and enlargement of existing dormer on west elevation to provide additional habitable accommodation on first floor with removal of chimney stack.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Waverley | Date: 2025-04-29
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- Surrey Heights, Brook Road, Wormley, Godalming, Surrey, GU8 5UA
Application under section 73a to vary condition 1 (approved plans) of wa/2021/0268 to allow for internal and external changes to layout and design.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Waverley | Date: 2024-03-08
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A brief summary of Wormley in Surrey

Property prices in Wormley show an average sale price of £538,870, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Wormley is generally good, with just 3 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Wormley has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Sandhills, Witley, Witley. 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 Wormley includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Thursley, Hankley & Frensham Commons SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Surrey Hills; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Thursley, Ash, Pirbright & Chobham; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Thursley, Hankley & Frensham Commons. 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 Wormley

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Wormley. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 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 Wormley.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wormley were outline applications (5), full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.

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