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Planning in Hornchurch

Approved
78%
219 of 272 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Hornchurch

Hornchurch, located 15.2 miles east-northeast of Charing Cross in the London Borough of Havering, is a suburban town known for its vibrant shopping streets and extensive residential areas. Originally part of an ancient Essex parish, Hornchurch transitioned from an agricultural economy to one influenced by nearby Romford's growth as a market town. Since becoming an urban district in 1926 and joining Greater London in 1965, Hornchurch has developed into a community hub, featuring notable institutions such as Queen's Theatre and Havering College.

Property prices in Hornchurch show an average sale price of £476,002, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Hornchurch has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hornchurch 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 Hornchurch, 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, 420 planning applications were submitted near Hornchurch. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (98), outline applications (51), discharge of conditions (26).

8 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 5 were dismissed (38% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hornchurch?
In the last 24 months, 420 planning applications were submitted near Hornchurch. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hornchurch?
The average planning decision time near Hornchurch 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 Hornchurch?
The planning approval rate near Hornchurch is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hornchurch?
The most common type of planning application near Hornchurch is full planning applications, with 98 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hornchurch?
You can search and track planning applications near Hornchurch on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.