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Planning in St Helier

Approved
85%
216 of 249 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of St Helier in the last 24 months, from London Borough of Sutton's planning register.

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Around St Helier

Postcode districts

SM5 301 applications in the last 12 monthsCR4 353 applications in the last 12 monthsSM6 271 applications in the last 12 monthsSM1 402 applications in the last 12 monthsSM4 297 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Sutton

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About St Helier

St Helier, the capital of Jersey and the largest town in the Channel Islands, boasts a population of 35,822, representing over one-third of the island's residents. This vibrant urban area encompasses several built-up regions, including First Tower, and extends into parts of the adjacent parishes of St Saviour and St Clement, along with additional suburbs in surrounding areas. For those researching planning applications, St Helier's central role and extensive residential zones make it a key focus for development and infrastructure projects within the island.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes St Helier 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, St Helier 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 St Helier, 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, 326 planning applications were submitted near St Helier. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were outline applications (42), full planning applications (25), discharge of conditions (14).

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (40% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near St Helier?
In the last 24 months, 326 planning applications were submitted near St Helier. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near St Helier?
The average planning decision time near St Helier is 59 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 St Helier?
The planning approval rate near St Helier is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near St Helier?
The most common type of planning application near St Helier is outline applications, with 42 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near St Helier?
You can search and track planning applications near St Helier on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.