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House prices in London Borough of Islington: average £674,592, -4.9% over 12 months (UK House Price Index, July 2026)

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has London Borough of Islington received?
London Borough of Islington received 5,659 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 84%.
How long does London Borough of Islington take to decide applications?
London Borough of Islington takes an average of 63 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 Islington?
London Borough of Islington approves 84% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.
How do I object to a planning application in London Borough of Islington?
Submit your representation to London Borough of Islington 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 Islington planning portal.
Can I appeal a London Borough of Islington planning decision?
Yes. If London Borough of Islington refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 1,502 appeals were lodged against London Borough of Islington decisions in the last 24 months, with a 28% success rate.

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

About London Borough of Islington Planning Authority

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the London Borough of Islington 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 Islington, located in North London, is an Inner London borough with a population of approximately 215,667 residents. Established in 1965 through the merger of the metropolitan boroughs of Islington and Finsbury, it offers a rich urban environment for planning applications, reflecting its vibrant community and diverse landscape. The council was established in 1 April 1965.

The council area encompasses 12 towns and villages, including Finsbury and Islington. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, London Borough of Islington received 5,659 planning applications. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (624), tree works (388), discharge of conditions (269). 10 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1,502 planning appeals were lodged against London Borough of Islington decisions, of which 364 were allowed and 942 were dismissed (28% success rate).

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