How many planning applications has London Borough of Brent received?

London Borough of Brent received 2,382 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 81%.

How long does London Borough of Brent take to decide planning applications?

London Borough of Brent takes an average of 58 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 London Borough of Brent?

London Borough of Brent approves 81% of planning applications. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

How do I object to a planning application in London Borough of Brent?

To object to a London Borough of Brent planning application, you must submit your representation to London Borough of Brent 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 London Borough of Brent planning portal where objections can be submitted.

Can I appeal a London Borough of Brent planning decision?

Yes. If London Borough of Brent refuses your planning application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 2954 appeals were lodged against London Borough of Brent decisions in the last 24 months, with a 33% success rate.

London Borough of Brent Planning Applications

Q: How do I search London Borough of Brent planning applications?

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

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

Region: London

About London Borough of Brent

Brent is a vibrant borough located in west and north-west London, part of Outer London. Notable for its landmarks, including Wembley Stadium and the Swaminarayan Temple, it also features the scenic Welsh Harp reservoir and the bustling Park Royal commercial estate. Planning applications in the area are managed by the Brent London Borough Council, making it a key resource for developers and residents alike.

Governance

Founded: 1 April 1965

Council Planning Features

Planning Applications - Browse all applications submitted to London Borough of Brent, filterable by status, type, and size
Planning Activity Summary - Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for London Borough of Brent
Keyword Scorecard - See how often applications in London Borough of Brent 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

Council Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £526,765 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Harrow
Parliamentary constituency: Harrow East
LSOA: Harrow 004A

Crime Statistics

346 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 104
anti-social-behaviour: 79
vehicle-crime: 45
other-theft: 23
public-order: 23
drugs: 13
shoplifting: 13
theft-from-the-person: 13
robbery: 11
burglary: 9
other-crime: 5
bicycle-theft: 3
possession-of-weapons: 3
criminal-damage-arson: 2

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications in London Borough of Brent.

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 London Borough of Brent based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in London Borough of Brent

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

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings in the London Borough of Brent area.

Monitoring Stations

9 flood monitoring stations near London Borough of Brent.

Pinner, Eastcote Road (River Pinn)
Edgware Hospital (Silk Stream)
Hampstead Suburb (Mutton Brook)
Northholt, Yeading East (Yeading Brook (Eastern Arm))
Whetstone (Dollis Brook)
Stanmore, Wolverton Road (Edgware Brook)
New Barnet (Pymmes Brook)
Harrow, Thistledene Avenue (The Roxbourne)
Kenton Lane (Wealdstone Brook)

A brief summary of London Borough of Brent

The average property sale price in the London Borough of Brent area is £526,765, based on 50 recent transactions.

The London Borough of Brent area recorded 346 crimes in the most recent reporting period. Prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Conservation Areas

There is 1 designated conservation area within the London Borough of Brent area. Planning applications within or near these areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve architectural and historic character. Permitted development rights may be restricted.

Conservation areas include: No data available for publication by HE.

The council area encompasses 29 towns and villages, including Kenton, Wembley and Willesden. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search London Borough of Brent Planning Applications

Planning Signal provides a free, fast planning search for London Borough of Brent. Use the postcode search above to find planning applications near any address in the London Borough of Brent area. Unlike the official London Borough of Brent 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 London Borough of Brent 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 London Borough of Brent.

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 2,382 planning applications London Borough of Brent received. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 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 in London Borough of Brent.

At 58 days on average, decisions in London Borough of Brent slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types in London Borough of Brent were full planning applications (1,025), outline applications (388), discharge of conditions (218). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 21 large-scale (major) developments, 18 medium-scale applications, 2,052 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

2,954 planning appeals were lodged against London Borough of Brent decisions, of which 667 were allowed and 1,367 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 1,216 applications
Refused: 256 applications
Withdrawn: 34 applications
Awaiting decision: 864 applications

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