South Croydon planning approval rate
South Croydon ward in Croydon has a 96.9% approval rate based on 32 planning decisions. Croydon overall: 80.5%.
Last updated: September 2026
South Croydon is 16.4 percentage points above the Croydon average, making it one of the more permissive wards in this council area. Applications here have historically faced lower refusal rates.
How South Croydon compares
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Recent decisions in South Croydon
No recent comparable residential decisions found for this ward specifically. Check the council-level data for a broader view.
What gets approved near your property?
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