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Planning in Bayswater

Approved
81%
2,242 of 2,517 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bayswater in the last 24 months, from Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea's planning register.

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Around Bayswater

Postcode districts

W11 739 applications in the last 12 monthsW8 649 applications in the last 12 monthsW2 1,141 applications in the last 12 monthsSW7 680 applications in the last 12 monthsW10 391 applications in the last 12 monthsW1S 342 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

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About Bayswater

Bayswater, situated in the City of Westminster, is a densely populated urban district with a remarkable density of 17,500 residents per square kilometre. Bordered by Kensington Gardens to the south, Paddington to the north-east, and Notting Hill to the west, Bayswater offers a vibrant setting for potential planning applications in a well-established area.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bayswater 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 Bayswater a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bayswater 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 Bayswater, 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, 3,308 planning applications were submitted near Bayswater. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (286), discharge of conditions (161), listed building and heritage (107). 7 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

19 planning appeals were lodged, of which 8 were allowed and 10 were dismissed (44% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bayswater?
In the last 24 months, 3,308 planning applications were submitted near Bayswater. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bayswater?
The average planning decision time near Bayswater is 75 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 Bayswater?
The planning approval rate near Bayswater is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bayswater?
The most common type of planning application near Bayswater is full planning applications, with 286 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bayswater?
You can search and track planning applications near Bayswater on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.