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Planning in New Cross

Approved
94%
32 of 34 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of New Cross in the last 24 months, from South Oxfordshire District Council's planning register.

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About New Cross

New Cross, located in the London Borough of Lewisham, is a vibrant area 4.5 miles south-east of Charing Cross. It borders St Johns, Telegraph Hill, and Peckham, making it a well-connected location. The area is notable for its educational institutions, including Goldsmiths, University of London, and several secondary schools, which contribute to its dynamic community and ongoing development opportunities.

Property prices in New Cross show an average sale price of £695,208, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around New Cross has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, New Cross 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 Cross, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near New Cross. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (8), tree works (5). 1 large-scale development was 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 New Cross?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near New Cross. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near New Cross?
The average planning decision time near New Cross 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 New Cross?
The planning approval rate near New Cross is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near New Cross?
The most common type of planning application near New Cross is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near New Cross?
You can search and track planning applications near New Cross on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.