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Planning in Forest Gate

Approved
79%
520 of 630 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

Decided by London Borough of NewhamCouncil page

Around Forest Gate

Postcode districts

E7 448 applications in the last 12 monthsE15 518 applications in the last 12 monthsE11 678 applications in the last 12 monthsE12 275 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Newham

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About Forest Gate

Forest Gate, situated in the West Ham area of the London Borough of Newham, is an emerging sub-district in East London, approximately 7 miles (11 km) northeast of Charing Cross. This vibrant locale is characterized by its diverse community and ongoing development, making it a focal point for potential planning applications and urban projects in the region.

The area around Forest Gate has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Forest Gate 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 Forest Gate, 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, 761 planning applications were submitted near Forest Gate. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (113), outline applications (39), discharge of conditions (26).

10 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 7 were dismissed (30% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Forest Gate?
In the last 24 months, 761 planning applications were submitted near Forest Gate. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Forest Gate?
The average planning decision time near Forest Gate is 68 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 Forest Gate?
The planning approval rate near Forest Gate is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Forest Gate?
The most common type of planning application near Forest Gate is full planning applications, with 113 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Forest Gate?
You can search and track planning applications near Forest Gate on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.