London Planning Approval Rates by Borough 2024–2025
Which boroughs approve most readily — and which fight every application? Analysis of 42,000+ household applications reveals a 22-point gap between the easiest and hardest boroughs to navigate.
Planning Processing Times: Which Boroughs Are Slowest?
The 8-week statutory target is missed by most London boroughs. We map the reality — median weeks from validation to decision across all 33 councils.
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Top 5 Reasons London Planning Applications Get Refused
Over 80% of all household refusals in London share five root causes. Understanding them is the most direct path to first-time approval.
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Conservation Areas in London: Impact on Your Planning Application
62 conservation areas in Kensington and Chelsea. 7 in Barking. The density of conservation designations in your borough defines your planning risk profile.
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Does Your Project Need Planning Permission?
Use our free permitted development checker to find out whether your extension, loft conversion, or outbuilding needs a full planning application.
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