How many planning applications has London Borough of Richmond upon Thames received?

London Borough of Richmond upon Thames received 5,837 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 85%.

How long does London Borough of Richmond upon Thames take to decide planning applications?

London Borough of Richmond upon Thames takes an average of 53 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 Richmond upon Thames?

London Borough of Richmond upon Thames approves 85% 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 Richmond upon Thames?

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

Can I appeal a London Borough of Richmond upon Thames planning decision?

Yes. If London Borough of Richmond upon Thames refuses your planning application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 1630 appeals were lodged against London Borough of Richmond upon Thames decisions in the last 24 months, with a 36% success rate.

London Borough of Richmond upon Thames Planning Applications

Q: How do I search London Borough of Richmond upon Thames planning applications?

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

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Region: London

About London Borough of Richmond upon Thames

The London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, established in 1965 through the merger of Richmond, Barnes, and Twickenham, is unique as it straddles both sides of the River Thames. This Outer London borough combines the charm of its historic towns with the picturesque riverside, making it a desirable location for planning applications and development projects.

Governance

Founded: 1 April 1965

Council Planning Features

Planning Applications - Browse all applications submitted to London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, filterable by status, type, and size
Planning Activity Summary - Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for London Borough of Richmond upon Thames
Keyword Scorecard - See how often applications in London Borough of Richmond upon Thames 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

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Area Information

Admin district: Richmond upon Thames
Parliamentary constituency: Richmond Park
LSOA: Richmond upon Thames 001A

Crime Statistics

277 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 80
violent-crime: 75
vehicle-crime: 29
other-theft: 25
burglary: 16
drugs: 14
bicycle-theft: 13
public-order: 9
shoplifting: 7
robbery: 3
theft-from-the-person: 3
other-crime: 2
criminal-damage-arson: 1

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications in London Borough of Richmond upon Thames.

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 Richmond upon Thames based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in London Borough of Richmond upon Thames

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

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames area.

Monitoring Stations

4 flood monitoring stations near London Borough of Richmond upon Thames.

Kingston (River Thames)
Westminster (Thames Tideway)
Trowlock Island (River Thames)
Molesey Lock (River Thames)

A brief summary of London Borough of Richmond upon Thames

The London Borough of Richmond upon Thames area recorded 277 crimes in the most recent reporting period. Prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Conservation Areas

There are 85 designated conservation areas within the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames 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: Platt's Eyot, Belmont Road, Trafalgar Road, Hampton Court Green, St Margaret's Estate, Strawberry Hill Road, Strawberry Vale, Cambridge Park, Park Road (Teddington), Twickenham Park, and 75 more.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The London Borough of Richmond upon Thames area includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Barn Elms Wetland Centre 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 17 towns and villages, including Barnes, Richmond, Teddington and Twickenham. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search London Borough of Richmond upon Thames Planning Applications

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

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 5,837 planning applications London Borough of Richmond upon Thames received. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. London Borough of Richmond upon Thames maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types in London Borough of Richmond upon Thames were full planning applications (1,773), tree works (1,156), outline applications (769). Full planning applications account for 30% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 10 large-scale (major) developments, 305 medium-scale applications, 4,507 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

1,630 planning appeals were lodged against London Borough of Richmond upon Thames decisions, of which 531 were allowed and 957 were dismissed (36% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 3,094 applications
Refused: 446 applications
Withdrawn: 99 applications
Awaiting decision: 2,182 applications

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