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Planning in Willesden Green

Approved
79%
575 of 698 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Willesden Green in the last 24 months, from London Borough of Brent's planning register.

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About Willesden Green

Willesden Green is a vibrant area located in north-west London, approximately 5 miles from Charing Cross. Once a parish in Middlesex, it became the Municipal Borough of Willesden in 1933 and has been part of the London Borough of Brent since 1965. The nearby Dollis Hill is often considered part of Willesden, making it an important locality for those researching planning applications in this diverse region.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Willesden Green 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, Willesden Green 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 Willesden Green, 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, 842 planning applications were submitted near Willesden Green. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (124), outline applications (44), discharge of conditions (13).

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 Willesden Green?
In the last 24 months, 842 planning applications were submitted near Willesden Green. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Willesden Green?
The average planning decision time near Willesden Green is 58 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 Willesden Green?
The planning approval rate near Willesden Green is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Willesden Green?
The most common type of planning application near Willesden Green is full planning applications, with 124 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Willesden Green?
You can search and track planning applications near Willesden Green on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.