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Planning in New Addington

Approved
87%
96 of 110 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around New Addington

Postcode districts

CR0 1,009 applications in the last 12 monthsBR2 355 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 New Addington

New Addington is a suburban area situated in the London Borough of Croydon, South London, approximately 5 miles southeast of central Croydon. It lies close to the boundary of Greater London and Surrey, making it a notable location for potential planning applications due to its proximity to both urban and suburban developments.

Property prices in New Addington 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 New Addington 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 New Addington a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around New Addington has 15 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, New Addington 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 New Addington, 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, 122 planning applications were submitted near New Addington. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), outline applications (8), discharge of conditions (4).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near New Addington?
In the last 24 months, 122 planning applications were submitted near New Addington. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near New Addington?
The average planning decision time near New Addington is 67 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 New Addington?
The planning approval rate near New Addington is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near New Addington?
The most common type of planning application near New Addington is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near New Addington?
You can search and track planning applications near New Addington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.