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Planning in Raynes Park

Approved
88%
361 of 404 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Raynes Park

Postcode districts

SW20 404 applications in the last 12 monthsSM4 297 applications in the last 12 monthsKT3 517 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 Raynes Park

Raynes Park is a vibrant residential suburb located in the London Borough of Merton, just 7.8 miles southwest of Charing Cross and near Wimbledon. The area features a mix of neighborhoods, including Motspur Park and Grand Drive, and is bordered by the affluent districts of Copse Hill and Coombe to the north and west. With a population of 19,619 as of 2011, Raynes Park is well-connected by rail and offers potential for various planning applications, catering to both residential and commercial developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Raynes Park 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, Raynes Park 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Raynes Park, 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, 512 planning applications were submitted near Raynes Park. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were outline applications (31), full planning applications (17), discharge of conditions (5). 2 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 Raynes Park?
In the last 24 months, 512 planning applications were submitted near Raynes Park. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Raynes Park?
The average planning decision time near Raynes Park 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 Raynes Park?
The planning approval rate near Raynes Park is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Raynes Park?
The most common type of planning application near Raynes Park is outline applications, with 31 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Raynes Park?
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