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469 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of London · updated daily · City of London Corporation

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Planning in London

Approved
91%
1,821 of 1,924 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of London in the last 24 months, from City of London Corporation's planning register.

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Around London

Postcode districts

WC1N 84 applications in the last 12 monthsEC1A 162 applications in the last 12 monthsEC1R 81 applications in the last 12 monthsEC1M 66 applications in the last 12 monthsWC1X 126 applications in the last 12 monthsEC1N 72 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: City of London Corporation

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About London

London, the capital of England and the UK, is a vibrant metropolis with a population of 9.1 million in 2024, expanding to 15.1 million in its wider metropolitan area. Situated on the River Thames, this historic city has been a significant settlement for nearly 2,000 years, with the City of London serving as its ancient core and financial hub. Governed by 33 local authorities under the Greater London Authority since 1965, London is a dynamic area for planning applications, reflecting its diverse and evolving landscape.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (February 2026). This makes London a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, London 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 London, 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, 2,601 planning applications were submitted near London. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 93 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (257), full planning applications (143), listed building and heritage (131). 7 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

25 planning appeals were lodged, of which 5 were allowed and 20 were dismissed (20% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near London?
In the last 24 months, 2,601 planning applications were submitted near London. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near London?
The average planning decision time near London is 93 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 London?
The planning approval rate near London is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near London?
The most common type of planning application near London is discharge of conditions, with 257 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near London?
You can search and track planning applications near London on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.