How many planning applications has City of London Corporation received?

City of London Corporation received 1,749 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 97%.

How long does City of London Corporation take to decide planning applications?

City of London Corporation takes an average of 73 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for City of London Corporation?

City of London Corporation approves 97% of planning applications. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

How do I object to a planning application in City of London Corporation?

To object to a City of London Corporation planning application, you must submit your representation to City of London Corporation during the public consultation period — typically 21 days from the date the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows you the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the City of London Corporation planning portal where objections can be submitted.

Can I appeal a City of London Corporation planning decision?

Yes. If City of London Corporation refuses your planning application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 42455 appeals were lodged against City of London Corporation decisions in the last 24 months, with a 33% success rate.

City of London Corporation Planning Applications

Q: How do I search City of London Corporation planning applications?

You can search City of London Corporation planning applications by postcode on Planning Signal. Enter any postcode in the City of London Corporation area to see all nearby applications, filter by type, and track decisions in real time.

Search and explore City of London Corporation planning applications. Planning Signal is your free alternative to the City of London Corporation planning portal — search all recent applications, track decisions, and get alerts on new developments in the area.

Region: London

About City of London Corporation

The City of London Corporation, also known as the Mayor and Commonalty and Citizens of the City of London, serves as the local authority for the City of London, which is not only the historic heart of the capital but also a pivotal hub for the UK's financial sector. This unique governance structure plays a crucial role in overseeing planning applications and development within this iconic area.

Council Planning Features

Planning Applications - Browse all applications submitted to City of London Corporation, filterable by status, type, and size
Planning Activity Summary - Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for City of London Corporation
Keyword Scorecard - See how often applications in City of London Corporation mention key planning constraints like heritage, flood risk, and environmental concerns
Council Boundary Map - Interactive map showing the council boundary and application locations
Full Details - View complete application details, dates and decision status

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Area Information

Admin district: City of London
Parliamentary constituency: Cities of London and Westminster
LSOA: City of London 001G

Crime Statistics

2,695 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Crime Breakdown

theft-from-the-person: 504
other-theft: 502
violent-crime: 434
shoplifting: 378
anti-social-behaviour: 363
public-order: 125
robbery: 88
bicycle-theft: 84
burglary: 66
vehicle-crime: 59
drugs: 50
possession-of-weapons: 16
other-crime: 14
criminal-damage-arson: 12

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications in City of London Corporation.

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 City of London Corporation based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in City of London Corporation

2 towns and villages. Click any town to search for planning applications nearby.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings in the City of London Corporation area.

Monitoring Stations

7 flood monitoring stations near City of London Corporation.

Walthamstow, Low Hall (River Lee)
Winsford Road (River Pool)
Hampstead Suburb (Mutton Brook)
Westminster (Thames Tideway)
Redbridge (River Roding)
Catford Hill (River Ravensbourne)
Tower Pier (Thames Tideway)

A brief summary of City of London Corporation

The City of London Corporation area recorded 2695 crimes in the most recent reporting period. Prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

The council area encompasses 2 towns and villages, including London. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search City of London Corporation Planning Applications

Planning Signal provides a free, fast planning search for City of London Corporation. Use the postcode search above to find planning applications near any address in the City of London Corporation area. Unlike the official City of London Corporation planning portal, Planning Signal lets you save searches, watch individual applications, and receive email alerts when decisions are made or new applications are submitted nearby.

Whether you're a resident checking City of London Corporation planning applications near your home, a homeowner tracking your own application, or a property professional monitoring the local market, Planning Signal gives you the tools to stay informed about planning and development across City of London Corporation.

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 1,749 planning applications City of London Corporation received. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants in City of London Corporation may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 73 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types in City of London Corporation were discharge of conditions (663), listed building and heritage (206), full planning applications (166).

In terms of development scale, 28 large-scale (major) developments, 4 medium-scale applications, 1,388 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

42,455 planning appeals were lodged against City of London Corporation decisions, of which 11,690 were allowed and 23,969 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 786 applications
Refused: 7 applications
Withdrawn: 16 applications
Awaiting decision: 936 applications

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