How long do planning decisions take near Forestdale?

The average planning decision time near Forestdale is 66 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 Forestdale?

The planning approval rate near Forestdale is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Forestdale?

The most common type of planning application near Forestdale is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Forestdale?

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Forestdale, Croydon - Greater London Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Forestdale, Croydon - Greater London.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £382,759 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Croydon
Parliamentary constituency: Croydon West
LSOA: Croydon 016A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Forestdale.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Forestdale.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Forestdale based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Forestdale.

- 56 Selsdon Park Road South Croydon CR2 8JD
Erection of a single storey side extension. Erection of three dormers to rear roof slope and insertion of 7 rooflights to front roof slope in connection with conversion of resultant roof space to habi
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Croydon | Date: 2026-01-30
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- 7 Kittiwake Close South Croydon CR2 8SQ
Erection of a two storey side extension and dormer extension to rear roof slope in connection with conversion of resultant roof space to habitable accommodation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Croydon | Date: 2025-09-17
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- 262 Markfield Court Wood Lane Croydon CR0 9HW
Erection of single storey rear extension and conversion of existing detached garage to habitable accommodation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Croydon | Date: 2024-07-11
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- Hallinwood Bungalow 46 Quail Gardens South Croydon CR2 8TF
Details pursuant to Condition no.4 - Construction environmental management plan (CEMP: Biodiversity).Condition no.7 - External materials and detailing. Condition no.8 - Soft landscaping details.Condit
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: Croydon | Date: 2024-02-22
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- Hallinwood Bungalow 46 Quail Gardens South Croydon CR2 8TF
Details pursuant to Condition no.9 Hard Landscaping materials, Condition 10 Cycle and refuse stores, Condition 14 Energy measures of planning permission 23/00454/FUL granted for Demolition of existing
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Croydon | Date: 2024-01-24
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A brief summary of Forestdale in Croydon - Greater London

Forestdale is a settlement located in Croydon - Greater London, England.

Property prices in Forestdale show an average sale price of £382,759, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Forestdale a particularly low-crime area.

Forestdale has one conservation area within its boundaries: Addington Village. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Forestdale includes 12 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Forestdale

In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Forestdale. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Forestdale may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 66 days on average, decisions near Forestdale slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Forestdale were full planning applications (14), outline applications (9), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 54% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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