How many planning applications has London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham received?

London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham received 1,401 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 87%.

How long does London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham take to decide planning applications?

London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham takes an average of 86 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 Hammersmith and Fulham?

London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham approves 87% 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 Hammersmith and Fulham?

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

London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham Planning Applications

Q: How do I search London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham planning applications?

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

Q: Can I appeal a London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham planning decision?

Yes. If London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham refuses your planning application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 1243 appeals were lodged against London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham decisions in the last 24 months, with a 40% success rate.

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Region: London

About London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham

The London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, located in West London and part of Inner London, was established in 1965 through the merger of the Metropolitan Boroughs of Fulham and Hammersmith. Renamed in 1979, the borough is bordered by Brent to the north, Kensington and Chelsea to the east, Wandsworth to the south, and Richmond upon Thames, Hounslow, and Ealing to the west, making it a vibrant area for those exploring planning applications.

Governance

Founded: 1 April 1965

Council Planning Features

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

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Area Information

Admin district: Hammersmith and Fulham
Parliamentary constituency: Chelsea and Fulham
LSOA: Hammersmith and Fulham 025C

Crime Statistics

799 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 196
anti-social-behaviour: 187
shoplifting: 88
other-theft: 59
vehicle-crime: 56
public-order: 49
burglary: 46
drugs: 35
theft-from-the-person: 26
bicycle-theft: 24
robbery: 23
other-crime: 4
criminal-damage-arson: 3
possession-of-weapons: 3

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications in London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham.

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 Hammersmith and Fulham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham

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

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham area.

Monitoring Stations

4 flood monitoring stations near London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham.

Kingston (River Thames)
Westminster (Thames Tideway)
Trowlock Island (River Thames)
Molesey Lock (River Thames)

A brief summary of London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham

The London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham area recorded 799 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 Hammersmith and Fulham 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 12 towns and villages, including Fulham and Hammersmith. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham Planning Applications

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

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 1,401 planning applications London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham received. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 86 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision period of 86 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types in London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham were full planning applications (507), discharge of conditions (336), tree works (321). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 22 large-scale (major) developments, 133 medium-scale applications, 1,221 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

1,243 planning appeals were lodged against London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham decisions, of which 430 were allowed and 634 were dismissed (40% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 432 applications
Refused: 38 applications
Withdrawn: 27 applications
Awaiting decision: 904 applications

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