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House prices in London Borough of Havering: average £448,648, +2.1% over 12 months (UK House Price Index, July 2026)

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has London Borough of Havering received?
London Borough of Havering received 5,050 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 73%.
How long does London Borough of Havering take to decide applications?
London Borough of Havering takes an average of 72 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 Havering?
London Borough of Havering approves 73% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.
How do I object to a planning application in London Borough of Havering?
Submit your representation to London Borough of Havering during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the London Borough of Havering planning portal.
Can I appeal a London Borough of Havering planning decision?
Yes. If London Borough of Havering refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 1,635 appeals were lodged against London Borough of Havering decisions in the last 24 months, with a 31% success rate.

Planning data sourced from London Borough of Havering planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About London Borough of Havering Planning Authority

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the London Borough of Havering area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

The London Borough of Havering, located in East London, boasts a population of 259,552 residents and features key areas such as Romford, Hornchurch, Upminster, Collier Row, and Rainham. This predominantly suburban borough is known for its extensive protected open spaces and serves as a vibrant retail and nightlife hub, particularly in Romford. Additionally, Havering is part of the London Riverside redevelopment area within the Thames Gateway, making it a significant focus for planning and development. The local authority overseeing the borough is Havering London Borough Council. The council was established in 1 April 1965.

The council area encompasses 27 towns and villages, including Hornchurch, Rainham, Romford and Upminster. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, London Borough of Havering received 5,050 planning applications. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (1,021), outline applications (605), discharge of conditions (218). 24 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1,635 planning appeals were lodged against London Borough of Havering decisions, of which 411 were allowed and 923 were dismissed (31% success rate).

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for London Borough of Havering above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the London Borough of Havering planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.