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Planning in Mitcham

Approved
78%
140 of 171 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

Decided by London Borough of MertonCouncil page

Around Mitcham

Postcode districts

CR4 353 applications in the last 12 monthsSW16 752 applications in the last 12 monthsSW19 1,113 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Merton

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About Mitcham

Mitcham, located in the London Borough of Merton, is a residential suburb situated 7.2 miles southwest of Charing Cross. Originally a village in Surrey, it has a rich historical background and is home to the expansive Mitcham Common, making it an attractive area for residential development and planning applications.

Property prices in Mitcham show an average sale price of £465,046, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Mitcham 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 Mitcham 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, Mitcham 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 Mitcham, 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, 268 planning applications were submitted near Mitcham. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (22), outline applications (19), full planning applications (10). 7 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

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 Mitcham?
In the last 24 months, 268 planning applications were submitted near Mitcham. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Mitcham?
The average planning decision time near Mitcham 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 Mitcham?
The planning approval rate near Mitcham is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Mitcham?
The most common type of planning application near Mitcham is discharge of conditions, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Mitcham?
You can search and track planning applications near Mitcham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.