Canalside planning approval rate
Canalside ward in Woking has a 79.6% approval rate based on 339 planning decisions. Woking overall: 84.4%.
Last updated: June 2026
79.6%
ward approval rate
339
Decisions
270
Approved
69
Refused
84.4%
Woking average
Canalside is 4.8 percentage points below the Woking average, suggesting slightly tighter scrutiny in this ward. Preparation matters more here.
How Canalside compares
Canalside ward
79.6%
Woking overall
84.4%
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Recent decisions in Canalside
(T1) : Oak tree - Reduce crown of tree by 3/4m off top and 2m off sides to shape · Fri 26 Jun 2026
Change of use from barbers (E(c)(ii)) to restaurant and hot food takeaway (Sui G · Tue 16 Jun 2026
Replacement of existing roof top plant and ductwork. · Wed 10 Jun 2026
Erection of a part single and part two-storey rear extension (amended plans and · Wed 10 Jun 2026
Erection of a boundary wall and access gates to the west boundary · Fri 05 Jun 2026
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