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Planning in Woodford Green

Approved
83%
441 of 520 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Woodford Green

Woodford Green, located in East London within the London Borough of Redbridge, is bordered by Buckhurst Hill to the north, Woodford Bridge to the east, South Woodford to the south, and Chingford to the west. The area features Epping Forest along its western edge and is situated approximately 9.4 miles (15.1 km) northeast of Charing Cross, making it an attractive location for potential planning applications amidst a blend of urban and natural landscapes.

Property prices in Woodford Green show an average sale price of £556,760, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Woodford Green has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Woodford 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, 620 planning applications were submitted near Woodford Green. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

The most common types were outline applications (58), full planning applications (53), tree works (40). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

12 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 10 were dismissed (17% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Woodford Green?
In the last 24 months, 620 planning applications were submitted near Woodford Green. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Woodford Green?
The average planning decision time near Woodford Green is 47 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 Woodford Green?
The planning approval rate near Woodford Green is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Woodford Green?
The most common type of planning application near Woodford Green is outline applications, with 58 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Woodford Green?
You can search and track planning applications near Woodford Green on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.