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Planning in Monks Orchard

Approved
81%
206 of 245 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Monks Orchard

Postcode districts

CR0 1,004 applications in the last 12 monthsSE25 227 applications in the last 12 monthsBR3 488 applications in the last 12 monthsCR9 21 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Croydon

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About Monks Orchard

Monks Orchard is a suburban area located on the fringe of the London Borough of Croydon, approximately 10 miles southeast of Charing Cross. Once part of Surrey until 1965, it is bordered by Elmers End and Eden Park to the north, West Wickham to the west, and Shirley and Shirley Oaks to the east. This strategic position makes it an area of interest for planning applications and developments within Greater London.

Property prices in Monks Orchard show an average sale price of £493,925, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Monks Orchard 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 Monks Orchard a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Monks Orchard has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Monks Orchard 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 Monks Orchard, 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, 273 planning applications were submitted near Monks Orchard. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (109), outline applications (78), discharge of conditions (18).

11 planning appeals were lodged, of which 4 were allowed and 7 were dismissed (36% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Monks Orchard?
In the last 24 months, 273 planning applications were submitted near Monks Orchard. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Monks Orchard?
The average planning decision time near Monks Orchard is 66 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 Monks Orchard?
The planning approval rate near Monks Orchard is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Monks Orchard?
The most common type of planning application near Monks Orchard is full planning applications, with 109 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Monks Orchard?
You can search and track planning applications near Monks Orchard on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.