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Planning in Sydney

Only 2 decisions near Sydney in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Sydney in the last 24 months, from Cheshire East Council's planning register.

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About Sydney

Sydney, the capital of New South Wales, is Australia's most populous city, with an estimated population of over 5.5 million residents as of June 2024. This vibrant metropolis spans approximately 80 kilometres from the Pacific Ocean to the Blue Mountains, encompassing 658 suburbs across 33 local government areas. Known for its iconic Sydney Harbour, the city is often referred to as the Emerald City and the Harbour City, making it a key area for planning applications and developments in the region.

Property prices in Sydney show an average sale price of £222,452, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Sydney a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sydney has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sydney 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.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Sydney, 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, 12 planning applications were submitted near Sydney.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sydney?
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Sydney.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sydney?
The most common type of planning application near Sydney is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sydney?
You can search and track planning applications near Sydney on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.