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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 (339 decided)
79.6%
Woking overall (2,663 decided)
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
Approved
Change of use from barbers (E(c)(ii)) to restaurant and hot food takeaway (Sui G · Tue 16 Jun 2026
Approved
Replacement of existing roof top plant and ductwork. · Wed 10 Jun 2026
Approved
Erection of a part single and part two-storey rear extension (amended plans and · Wed 10 Jun 2026
Approved
Erection of a boundary wall and access gates to the west boundary · Fri 05 Jun 2026
Approved

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