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Planning activity
2,064
83% approval
Approval rate
83%
1268 of 1451 decided
Decision speed
~9 wks
average time to decision

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Planning data sourced from Westminster - Greater London council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near St John's Wood?
In the last 24 months, 2,064 planning applications were submitted near St John's Wood. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near St John's Wood?
The average planning decision time near St John's Wood is 61 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 John's Wood?
The planning approval rate near St John's Wood is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near St John's Wood?
The most common type of planning application near St John's Wood is tree works applications, with 133 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near St John's Wood?
You can search and track planning applications near St John's Wood on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.

About St John's Wood - Planning Applications & Local Development

St John's Wood is a vibrant district located in the City of Westminster, approximately 2.5 miles northwest of Charing Cross. Bordered by Regent's Park and Primrose Hill to the east and Edgware Road to the west, it shares its northern boundary with the Swiss Cottage area of Hampstead and Lisson Grove to the south. This well-connected area is notable for its rich history and diverse community, making it a key location for planning applications and urban development initiatives.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes St John's Wood 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 John's Wood 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 John's Wood, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.

In the last 24 months, 2,064 planning applications were submitted near St John's Wood. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were tree works (133), discharge of conditions (128), full planning applications (105). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

12 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 10 were dismissed (17% success rate).