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Planning in Greenwich

Approved
91%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 4 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Greenwich in the last 24 months, from Ipswich Borough Council's planning register.

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About Greenwich

Greenwich, located in the Royal Borough of Greenwich in south-east London, is an affluent area just 5.5 miles (8.9 km) east-south-east of Charing Cross. It is renowned for the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Maritime Greenwich, making it a culturally rich location that may influence planning applications and developments in the area.

Property prices in Greenwich show an average sale price of £283,161, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Greenwich 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 Greenwich a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Greenwich has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Greenwich 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 Greenwich, 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, 31 planning applications were submitted near Greenwich. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 25 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (8), amendments (5), full planning applications (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Greenwich?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Greenwich. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Greenwich?
The average planning decision time near Greenwich is 25 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 Greenwich?
The planning approval rate near Greenwich is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Greenwich?
The most common type of planning application near Greenwich is discharge of conditions, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Greenwich?
You can search and track planning applications near Greenwich on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.