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Planning in Old Malden

Approved
74%
266 of 349 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Old Malden in the last 24 months, from Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames's planning register.

Decided by Royal Borough of Kingston upon ThamesCouncil page

Around Old Malden

Postcode districts

KT4 318 applications in the last 12 monthsKT3 517 applications in the last 12 monthsKT5 250 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames

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About Old Malden

Old Malden is a suburban area within the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, located 10 miles (16 km) southwest of Charing Cross in Greater London. Situated along the A2043, known locally as Malden Road, it lies between New Malden and Worcester Park, making it a key locality for potential planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Old Malden show an average sale price of £561,950, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Old Malden 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 Old Malden 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, Old Malden 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 Old Malden, 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, 412 planning applications were submitted near Old Malden. Of these, 74% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (39), outline applications (29), discharge of conditions (13).

10 planning appeals were lodged, of which 5 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (56% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Old Malden?
In the last 24 months, 412 planning applications were submitted near Old Malden. The approval rate is 74%.
How long do planning decisions take near Old Malden?
The average planning decision time near Old Malden is 58 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 Old Malden?
The planning approval rate near Old Malden is 74%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Old Malden?
The most common type of planning application near Old Malden is full planning applications, with 39 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Old Malden?
You can search and track planning applications near Old Malden on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.