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Planning in Brixton

Approved
78%
704 of 867 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Brixton in the last 24 months, from London Borough of Lambeth's planning register.

Decided by London Borough of LambethCouncil page

Around Brixton

Postcode districts

SW9 441 applications in the last 12 monthsSE24 308 applications in the last 12 monthsSW2 403 applications in the last 12 monthsSE5 519 applications in the last 12 monthsSW4 545 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Lambeth

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About Brixton

Brixton, located in the London Borough of Lambeth, is a significant area in South London, recognized as one of 35 major centres in Greater London according to the London Plan. The area saw substantial population growth in the 19th century, driven by enhanced transport links to central London, making it a dynamic location for potential planning applications and urban development.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Brixton 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 Brixton, 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, 1,145 planning applications were submitted near Brixton. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (57), tree works (45), full planning applications (44). 14 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

40 planning appeals were lodged, of which 18 were allowed and 22 were dismissed (45% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Brixton?
In the last 24 months, 1,145 planning applications were submitted near Brixton. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Brixton?
The average planning decision time near Brixton is 65 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 Brixton?
The planning approval rate near Brixton is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Brixton?
The most common type of planning application near Brixton is discharge of conditions, with 57 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Brixton?
You can search and track planning applications near Brixton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.