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Planning in West Acton

Approved
80%
378 of 456 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of West Acton in the last 24 months, from London Borough of Ealing's planning register.

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Around West Acton

Postcode districts

W3 716 applications in the last 12 monthsW5 865 applications in the last 12 monthsNW10 1,015 applications in the last 12 monthsUB1 358 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Ealing

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About West Acton

West Acton, located in West London, is a vibrant area within the London Borough of Ealing. As part of the larger Acton community, it offers a blend of residential and commercial spaces, making it a key focus for potential planning applications and developments in the region.

The West Acton area recorded 514 crimes in the most recent reporting period (February 2026). As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Acton 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 West Acton, 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, 581 planning applications were submitted near West Acton. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (75), outline applications (40), tree works (40). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

7 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 6 were dismissed (14% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Acton?
In the last 24 months, 581 planning applications were submitted near West Acton. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near West Acton?
The average planning decision time near West Acton is 81 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 West Acton?
The planning approval rate near West Acton is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Acton?
The most common type of planning application near West Acton is full planning applications, with 75 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Acton?
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