How many planning applications has London Borough of Havering received?

London Borough of Havering received 2,080 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 91%.

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

London Borough of Havering takes an average of 66 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 91% 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 Havering?

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

Can I appeal a London Borough of Havering planning decision?

Yes. If London Borough of Havering refuses your planning application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 1635 appeals were lodged against London Borough of Havering decisions in the last 24 months, with a 31% success rate.

London Borough of Havering Planning Applications

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

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

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

Region: London

About London Borough of Havering

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.

Governance

Founded: 1 April 1965

Council Planning Features

Planning Applications - Browse all applications submitted to London Borough of Havering, filterable by status, type, and size
Planning Activity Summary - Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for London Borough of Havering
Keyword Scorecard - See how often applications in London Borough of Havering 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: £476,002 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Havering
Parliamentary constituency: Hornchurch and Upminster
LSOA: Havering 025E

Crime Statistics

243 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 67
anti-social-behaviour: 60
vehicle-crime: 35
shoplifting: 20
other-theft: 17
burglary: 9
public-order: 9
robbery: 7
theft-from-the-person: 6
drugs: 5
other-crime: 4
possession-of-weapons: 2
bicycle-theft: 1
criminal-damage-arson: 1

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Havering based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in London Borough of Havering

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

Flood Risk

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

Monitoring Stations

7 flood monitoring stations near London Borough of Havering.

Romford (River Rom)
Hornchurch_Bretons Farm (River Beam)
Loughton (River Roding)
Harold Park (River Ingrebourne)
Dartford Creek Barrier UR
Frog Island Tidal Sluice FD
Barking Barrier

A brief summary of London Borough of Havering

The average property sale price in the London Borough of Havering area is £476,002, based on 50 recent transactions.

The London Borough of Havering area recorded 243 crimes in the most recent reporting period. Prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Conservation Areas

There are 11 designated conservation areas within the London Borough of Havering 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: Gidea Park, Cranham, Havering-atte-Bower, North Ockendon, Corbets Tey, St Andrew's Church, Hornchurch, Langtons, Hornchurch, Romford, Rainham, St Leonard's, Hornchurch, and 1 more.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The London Borough of Havering area includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hornchurch Cutting SSSI. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

The council area encompasses 25 towns and villages, including Hornchurch, Rainham, Romford and Upminster. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search London Borough of Havering Planning Applications

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

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 2,080 planning applications London Borough of Havering received. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

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

At 66 days on average, decisions in London Borough of Havering 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 Havering were full planning applications (1,037), outline applications (606), discharge of conditions (211). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 17 large-scale (major) developments, 364 medium-scale applications, 1,699 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

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

Application Outcomes

Approved: 403 applications
Refused: 1 application
Withdrawn: 40 applications
Awaiting decision: 1,636 applications

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