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House prices in London Borough of Hillingdon: average £470,875, -1.3% over 12 months (UK House Price Index, July 2026)

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has London Borough of Hillingdon received?
London Borough of Hillingdon received 5,405 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 85%.
How long does London Borough of Hillingdon take to decide applications?
London Borough of Hillingdon 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 Hillingdon?
London Borough of Hillingdon approves 85% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.
How do I object to a planning application in London Borough of Hillingdon?
Submit your representation to London Borough of Hillingdon 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 Hillingdon planning portal.
Can I appeal a London Borough of Hillingdon planning decision?
Yes. If London Borough of Hillingdon refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 2,479 appeals were lodged against London Borough of Hillingdon decisions in the last 24 months, with a 40% success rate.

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

Home extensions in London Borough of Hillingdon: approvals and decision times

About London Borough of Hillingdon Planning Authority

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the London Borough of Hillingdon 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 Hillingdon, located in West London, is the westernmost borough of Greater London. Established in 1965, it encompasses the districts of Hayes and Harlington, Ruislip-Northwood, Uxbridge, and Yiewsley and West Drayton. Notable features include Heathrow Airport and Brunel University, making it a significant area for planning applications related to transport and education. As the second largest borough by area, Hillingdon offers diverse opportunities for development and community projects. The council was established in 1 April 1965.

The council area encompasses 42 towns and villages, including Hayes, Hillingdon, Northwood, Ruislip, Uxbridge and West Drayton. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, London Borough of Hillingdon received 5,405 planning applications. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (1,742), tree works (109), advertising consent (44). 60 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2,479 planning appeals were lodged against London Borough of Hillingdon decisions, of which 852 were allowed and 1,255 were dismissed (40% success rate).

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