How many planning applications has London Borough of Camden received?

London Borough of Camden received 3,210 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 90%.

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

London Borough of Camden takes an average of 49 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 Camden?

London Borough of Camden approves 90% 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 Camden?

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

Can I appeal a London Borough of Camden planning decision?

Yes. If London Borough of Camden refuses your planning application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 1286 appeals were lodged against London Borough of Camden decisions in the last 24 months, with a 27% success rate.

London Borough of Camden Planning Applications

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

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

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

Region: London

About London Borough of Camden

The London Borough of Camden, located in Inner London, is known for its vibrant community and rich cultural heritage. Established on 1 April 1965, it was formed from the former metropolitan boroughs of Holborn, St Pancras, and Hampstead. Camden Town Hall, situated on Euston Road, serves as a central hub for local governance and planning applications, just 1.4 miles north of Charing Cross.

Governance

Founded: 1 April 1965

Council Planning Features

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

Area Information

Admin district: Camden
Parliamentary constituency: Holborn and St Pancras
LSOA: Camden 023F

Crime Statistics

1,747 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 415
violent-crime: 406
theft-from-the-person: 189
shoplifting: 182
other-theft: 146
public-order: 103
vehicle-crime: 70
robbery: 66
drugs: 61
burglary: 49
bicycle-theft: 34
other-crime: 17
possession-of-weapons: 6
criminal-damage-arson: 3

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Camden based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in London Borough of Camden

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

Flood Risk

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

Monitoring Stations

8 flood monitoring stations near London Borough of Camden.

Walthamstow, Low Hall (River Lee)
Chingford (Ching Brook)
Edgware Hospital (Silk Stream)
Hampstead Suburb (Mutton Brook)
Westminster (Thames Tideway)
Whetstone (Dollis Brook)
Edmonton, Silver Street (Pymmes Brook)
Tower Pier (Thames Tideway)

A brief summary of London Borough of Camden

The London Borough of Camden area recorded 1747 crimes in the most recent reporting period. Prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Conservation Areas

There are 40 designated conservation areas within the London Borough of Camden 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: Denmark Street, Elsworthy, Eton, Fitzjohns Netherhall, Hampstead, Highgate Village, Inkerman, Hatton Garden, Holly Lodge Estate, Kelly Street, and 30 more.

The council area encompasses 19 towns and villages, including Camden Town and Hampstead. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search London Borough of Camden Planning Applications

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

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 3,210 planning applications London Borough of Camden received. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment in London Borough of Camden.

The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types in London Borough of Camden were full planning applications (460), tree works (446), listed building and heritage (258). Full planning applications account for 14% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 33 medium-scale applications, 1,557 smaller schemes were submitted.

1,286 planning appeals were lodged against London Borough of Camden decisions, of which 293 were allowed and 781 were dismissed (27% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 663 applications
Refused: 43 applications
Withdrawn: 34 applications
Awaiting decision: 2,419 applications

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