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Planning in Croydon

Approved
81%
351 of 425 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

Decided by London Borough of CroydonCouncil page

Around Croydon

Postcode districts

CR0 1,011 applications in the last 12 monthsCR9 21 applications in the last 12 monthsCR2 471 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Croydon

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About Croydon

Croydon, located 9.5 miles south of Charing Cross in South London, is a bustling town within the London Borough of Croydon. Known for its extensive shopping district, it stands as one of the largest commercial hubs in Greater London. As of the 2011 census, Croydon had a population of 192,064, contributing to the borough's total of 384,837 residents, making it a significant area for potential planning applications and developments.

Property prices in Croydon show an average sale price of £435,832, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Croydon 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Croydon, 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, 504 planning applications were submitted near Croydon. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were outline applications (41), discharge of conditions (27), full planning applications (20). 18 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

15 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 Croydon?
In the last 24 months, 504 planning applications were submitted near Croydon. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Croydon?
The average planning decision time near Croydon is 64 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 Croydon?
The planning approval rate near Croydon is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Croydon?
The most common type of planning application near Croydon is outline applications, with 41 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Croydon?
You can search and track planning applications near Croydon on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.