How many planning applications has London Borough of Sutton received?

London Borough of Sutton received 1,055 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 89%.

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

London Borough of Sutton takes an average of 54 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 Sutton?

London Borough of Sutton approves 89% 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 Sutton?

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

Can I appeal a London Borough of Sutton planning decision?

Yes. If London Borough of Sutton refuses your planning application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 846 appeals were lodged against London Borough of Sutton decisions in the last 24 months, with a 32% success rate.

London Borough of Sutton Planning Applications

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

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

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

Region: London

About London Borough of Sutton

The London Borough of Sutton, located in Outer London, spans 43 km² and ranks as the 80th largest local authority in England by population. It shares borders with Croydon to the east, Merton to the north, and Kingston upon Thames to the northwest, while also adjacent to the Surrey boroughs of Epsom and Ewell to the west and Reigate and Banstead to the south. The area is governed by Sutton London Borough Council, with Sutton being its principal town, making it a key location for planning applications in the region.

Governance

Founded: 1 April 1965

Council Planning Features

Planning Applications - Browse all applications submitted to London Borough of Sutton, filterable by status, type, and size
Planning Activity Summary - Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for London Borough of Sutton
Keyword Scorecard - See how often applications in London Borough of Sutton 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: £427,250 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Sutton
Parliamentary constituency: Carshalton and Wallington
LSOA: Sutton 024C

Crime Statistics

454 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 173
anti-social-behaviour: 109
shoplifting: 44
vehicle-crime: 30
public-order: 25
other-theft: 19
burglary: 16
drugs: 10
other-crime: 10
robbery: 9
bicycle-theft: 4
theft-from-the-person: 3
possession-of-weapons: 2

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Sutton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in London Borough of Sutton

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

Flood Risk

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

Monitoring Stations

5 flood monitoring stations near London Borough of Sutton.

Kingston (River Thames)
Winsford Road (River Pool)
Beddington Park (River Wandle)
Trowlock Island (River Thames)
Hackbridge (River Wandle)

A brief summary of London Borough of Sutton

The average property sale price in the London Borough of Sutton area is £427,250, based on 50 recent transactions.

The London Borough of Sutton area recorded 454 crimes in the most recent reporting period. Prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Conservation Areas

There is 1 designated conservation area within the London Borough of Sutton 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: No data available for publication by HE.

The council area encompasses 20 towns and villages, including Carshalton, Sutton and Wallington. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search London Borough of Sutton Planning Applications

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

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 1,055 planning applications London Borough of Sutton received. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

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

The average decision time of 54 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 Sutton were full planning applications (470), outline applications (293), discharge of conditions (119). Full planning applications account for 45% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 11 large-scale (major) developments, 43 medium-scale applications, 1,000 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

846 planning appeals were lodged against London Borough of Sutton decisions, of which 248 were allowed and 532 were dismissed (32% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 373 applications
Refused: 40 applications
Withdrawn: 6 applications
Awaiting decision: 636 applications

Related Planning Guides

What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.