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Planning in Fairlop

Approved
81%
83 of 101 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Fairlop

Fairlop is a suburban area located in Ilford within the London Borough of Redbridge, East London. Once part of Essex, it joined Greater London in 1965, following its inclusion in the Municipal Borough of Ilford. Fairlop is situated near Loughton, Chigwell, Barkingside, and Woodford, making it a key area for potential planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Fairlop show an average sale price of £456,570, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Fairlop 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 (May 2026). This makes Fairlop 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, Fairlop 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 Fairlop, 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, 115 planning applications were submitted near Fairlop. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (30), discharge of conditions (24), outline applications (23). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Fairlop?
In the last 24 months, 115 planning applications were submitted near Fairlop. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Fairlop?
The average planning decision time near Fairlop is 52 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 Fairlop?
The planning approval rate near Fairlop is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Fairlop?
The most common type of planning application near Fairlop is full planning applications, with 30 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Fairlop?
You can search and track planning applications near Fairlop on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.