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Planning in Longford

Approved
85%
33 of 39 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Longford in the last 24 months, from Sevenoaks District Council's planning register.

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Around Longford

Postcode districts

TN13 507 applications in the last 12 monthsTN14 411 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Sevenoaks District Council

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About Longford

Longford is the largest town in County Longford, Ireland, with a population of 10,952 as of the 2022 census, accounting for approximately one third of the county's residents. Strategically located at the junction of Ireland's N4 and N5 roads, it serves as a key transit point for traffic between Dublin and County Mayo, as well as north County Roscommon. The town is also well-connected by Longford railway station on the Dublin-Sligo line, making it a vital hub for commuters.

Property prices in Longford show an average sale price of £653,059, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Longford 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 Longford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Longford has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Longford 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 Longford, 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, 63 planning applications were submitted near Longford. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (27), full planning applications (18), amendments (5).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Longford?
In the last 24 months, 63 planning applications were submitted near Longford. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Longford?
The average planning decision time near Longford is 63 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 Longford?
The planning approval rate near Longford is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Longford?
The most common type of planning application near Longford is discharge of conditions, with 27 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Longford?
You can search and track planning applications near Longford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.