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Planning in Ilford

Approved
71%
508 of 705 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Ilford

Postcode districts

IG1 585 applications in the last 12 monthsIG3 367 applications in the last 12 monthsIG2 221 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Redbridge

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About Ilford

Ilford is a significant town located in East London, approximately 9 miles northeast of Charing Cross. As part of the London Borough of Redbridge, it had a population of 168,168 as of the 2011 census, contributing to the borough's total population of 303,858. This bustling area is an essential focus for planning applications, reflecting its growth and development within Greater London.

Property prices in Ilford show an average sale price of £456,570, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ilford 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 Ilford, 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, 875 planning applications were submitted near Ilford. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were outline applications (90), full planning applications (79), discharge of conditions (25). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

20 planning appeals were lodged, of which 4 were allowed and 13 were dismissed (24% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ilford?
In the last 24 months, 875 planning applications were submitted near Ilford. The approval rate is 71%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ilford?
The average planning decision time near Ilford is 46 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 Ilford?
The planning approval rate near Ilford is 71%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ilford?
The most common type of planning application near Ilford is outline applications, with 90 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ilford?
You can search and track planning applications near Ilford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.