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Planning in West Barnes

Approved
75%
310 of 406 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around West Barnes

Postcode districts

KT3 517 applications in the last 12 monthsKT4 318 applications in the last 12 monthsSW20 404 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Merton

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About West Barnes

Motspur Park, commonly referred to as West Barnes, is a residential suburb in south-west London, situated within the New Malden and Raynes Park districts. It spans across the boroughs of Kingston upon Thames and Merton, making it a key area for planning applications and developments in both local authorities.

Property prices in West Barnes show an average sale price of £674,368, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The West Barnes area recorded 203 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 Barnes 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near West Barnes, 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, 486 planning applications were submitted near West Barnes. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were outline applications (49), full planning applications (21), discharge of conditions (15). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 4 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (67% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Barnes?
In the last 24 months, 486 planning applications were submitted near West Barnes. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near West Barnes?
The average planning decision time near West Barnes is 60 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 Barnes?
The planning approval rate near West Barnes is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Barnes?
The most common type of planning application near West Barnes is outline applications, with 49 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Barnes?
You can search and track planning applications near West Barnes on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.