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Planning in Barnes

Approved
88%
503 of 560 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Barnes in the last 24 months, from London Borough of Richmond upon Thames's planning register.

Decided by London Borough of Richmond upon ThamesCouncil page

Around Barnes

Postcode districts

SW13 391 applications in the last 12 monthsSW15 765 applications in the last 12 monthsW13 399 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Richmond upon Thames

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About Barnes

Barnes is a town located in Richmond upon Thames - Greater London, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Barnes area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Barnes a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Barnes has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Barnes planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Barnes, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 662 planning applications were submitted near Barnes. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (202), tree works (114), outline applications (55).

14 planning appeals were lodged, of which 5 were allowed and 9 were dismissed (36% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Barnes?
In the last 24 months, 662 planning applications were submitted near Barnes. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Barnes?
The average planning decision time near Barnes is 51 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Barnes?
The planning approval rate near Barnes is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Barnes?
The most common type of planning application near Barnes is full planning applications, with 202 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Barnes?
You can search and track planning applications near Barnes on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.