How long do planning decisions take near Sipson?

The average planning decision time near Sipson is 53 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 Sipson?

The planning approval rate near Sipson is 70%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Sipson?

The most common type of planning application near Sipson is full planning applications, with 31 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sipson?

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Sipson, Hillingdon - Greater London Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Sipson, Hillingdon - Greater London.

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About Sipson

Sipson is a village located in the London Borough of Hillingdon, the westernmost borough of Greater London. Situated approximately 14.3 miles (23 km) west of Charing Cross, Sipson lies close to the northern perimeter of London Heathrow Airport, making it a significant area for planning applications related to transport and development in proximity to the airport.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £390,935 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Hillingdon
Parliamentary constituency: Hayes and Harlington
LSOA: Hillingdon 029A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Sipson.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Sipson.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Sipson based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Sipson.

- 64 EAST ROAD WEST DRAYTON MIDDX UB7 9HA
Existing use of property as Class C4 HMO prior to the introduction of Article 4 Direction in December 2025 (Application for a Certificate of Lawful Development for an Existing Use)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Hillingdon | Date: 2026-03-24
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- 84 EAST ROAD WEST DRAYTON
Details pursuant to the discharge of Conditions 10 (contamination) of planning permission ref. 31005/APP/2025/1370, dated 17-09-2025 (Erection of an attached two storey dwelling with associated parkin
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Hillingdon | Date: 2026-03-17
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- 102 SIPSON ROAD WEST DRAYTON
Erection of single storey wraparound side and rear extension to include a rear boiler room extension (Retrospective application).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Hillingdon | Date: 2026-02-24
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- 64 EAST ROAD WEST DRAYTON MIDDX UB7 9HA
Confirmation of use of the property as a Class C4 HMO (Application for a Certificate of Lawful Development for an Existing Development)
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Hillingdon | Date: 2025-12-31
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- THE PLOUGH SIPSON ROAD SIPSON
Replacement of existing 4 external elevations white paint to new Tuscan Olive paint.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Hillingdon | Date: 2025-04-28
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- THE PLOUGH SIPSON ROAD SIPSON
Replacement of existing 4 external elevations white paint to new Tuscan Olive paint (Application for Listed Building Consent).
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Hillingdon | Date: 2025-04-28
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- 73 BLOSSOM WAY WEST DRAYTON
Erection of a single storey rear extension with flat roof and glazed lanterns and conversion of garage into habitable space.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Hillingdon | Date: 2023-04-19
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- 27 BLOSSOM WAY WEST DRAYTON
Erection of 1 no. semi-detached dwelling with associated parking and landscaping
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Hillingdon | Date: 2023-01-27
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A brief summary of Sipson in Hillingdon - Greater London

Property prices in Sipson show an average sale price of £390,935, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Sipson a particularly low-crime area.

Sipson has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Harlington Village, West Drayton Green. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Sipson

In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Sipson. Of these, 70% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Sipson.

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Sipson were full planning applications (31), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 94% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 7 medium-scale applications, 25 smaller schemes were submitted.

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