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House prices in London Borough of Merton: average £615,890, -0.9% over 12 months (UK House Price Index, July 2026)

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has London Borough of Merton received?
London Borough of Merton received 4,172 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 87%.
How long does London Borough of Merton take to decide applications?
London Borough of Merton takes an average of 69 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 Merton?
London Borough of Merton approves 87% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.
How do I object to a planning application in London Borough of Merton?
Submit your representation to London Borough of Merton 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 Merton planning portal.
Can I appeal a London Borough of Merton planning decision?
Yes. If London Borough of Merton refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 686 appeals were lodged against London Borough of Merton decisions in the last 24 months, with a 31% success rate.

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

About London Borough of Merton Planning Authority

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the London Borough of Merton 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 Merton, established in 1965, is a vibrant area in London formed by merging the Municipal Borough of Mitcham, the Municipal Borough of Wimbledon, and the Merton and Morden Urban District. With a rich history and diverse communities, Merton offers a variety of planning opportunities for developers and residents alike, making it an important area for anyone researching planning applications in London. The council was established in 1 April 1965.

The council area encompasses 13 towns and villages, including Merton, Mitcham and Morden. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, London Borough of Merton received 4,172 planning applications. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (276), tree works (267), outline applications (238). 14 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

686 planning appeals were lodged against London Borough of Merton decisions, of which 194 were allowed and 430 were dismissed (31% success rate).

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