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Planning in Regent's Park

Approved
85%
1,353 of 1,513 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Regent's Park in the last 24 months, from City of Westminster's planning register.

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Around Regent's Park

Postcode districts

NW1 947 applications in the last 12 monthsW1U 310 applications in the last 12 monthsW1G 261 applications in the last 12 monthsW1W 121 applications in the last 12 monthsW1B 190 applications in the last 12 monthsW1T 157 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: City of Westminster

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About Regent's Park

Regent's Park, spanning 410 acres in north-west Inner London, is a significant part of the Royal Parks and is administratively divided between the City of Westminster and the Borough of Camden. This expansive green space features a central parkland and ornamental lake, while its periphery is home to notable institutions such as Regent's University and London Zoo, making it a key area for both public and private planning applications.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Regent's Park 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 Regent's 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, Regent's 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 Regent's 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, 1,945 planning applications were submitted near Regent's Park. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (150), listed building and heritage (118), discharge of conditions (118). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

30 planning appeals were lodged, of which 10 were allowed and 18 were dismissed (36% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Regent's Park?
In the last 24 months, 1,945 planning applications were submitted near Regent's Park. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Regent's Park?
The average planning decision time near Regent's Park is 73 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 Regent's Park?
The planning approval rate near Regent's Park is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Regent's Park?
The most common type of planning application near Regent's Park is full planning applications, with 150 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Regent's Park?
You can search and track planning applications near Regent's Park on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.