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503 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Whitechapel · updated daily · City of London Corporation

Planning in Whitechapel

Approved
91%
2,007 of 2,123 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Whitechapel in the last 24 months, from City of London Corporation's planning register.

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Around Whitechapel

Postcode districts

E1 484 applications in the last 12 monthsEC2A 117 applications in the last 12 monthsEC2M 164 applications in the last 12 monthsEC3M 55 applications in the last 12 monthsEC3R 115 applications in the last 12 monthsEC3N 119 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: City of London Corporation

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About Whitechapel

Whitechapel, situated in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, is a vibrant area in East London known for its rich history and cultural diversity. As the location of Tower Hamlets Town Hall and the borough's town centre, it plays a crucial role in local governance and community services. Approximately 3.4 miles (5.5 km) east of Charing Cross, Whitechapel is a key area for planning applications, reflecting both its urban development potential and historic significance.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Whitechapel 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 Whitechapel, 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, 2,786 planning applications were submitted near Whitechapel. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 91 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (661), full planning applications (291), advertising consent (193). 29 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

26 planning appeals were lodged, of which 6 were allowed and 20 were dismissed (23% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Whitechapel?
In the last 24 months, 2,786 planning applications were submitted near Whitechapel. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Whitechapel?
The average planning decision time near Whitechapel is 91 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 Whitechapel?
The planning approval rate near Whitechapel is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Whitechapel?
The most common type of planning application near Whitechapel is discharge of conditions, with 661 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Whitechapel?
You can search and track planning applications near Whitechapel on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.