How many planning applications has London Borough of Lewisham received?

London Borough of Lewisham received 2,598 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 78%.

How long does London Borough of Lewisham take to decide planning applications?

London Borough of Lewisham takes an average of 52 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for London Borough of Lewisham?

London Borough of Lewisham approves 78% of planning applications. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

How do I object to a planning application in London Borough of Lewisham?

To object to a London Borough of Lewisham planning application, you must submit your representation to London Borough of Lewisham during the public consultation period — typically 21 days from the date the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows you the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the London Borough of Lewisham planning portal where objections can be submitted.

Can I appeal a London Borough of Lewisham planning decision?

Yes. If London Borough of Lewisham refuses your planning application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 1305 appeals were lodged against London Borough of Lewisham decisions in the last 24 months, with a 27% success rate.

London Borough of Lewisham Planning Applications

Q: How do I search London Borough of Lewisham planning applications?

You can search London Borough of Lewisham planning applications by postcode on Planning Signal. Enter any postcode in the London Borough of Lewisham area to see all nearby applications, filter by type, and track decisions in real time.

Search and explore London Borough of Lewisham planning applications. Planning Signal is your free alternative to the London Borough of Lewisham planning portal — search all recent applications, track decisions, and get alerts on new developments in the area.

Region: London

About London Borough of Lewisham

Lewisham, a vibrant borough in south-east London, is part of Inner London and features the principal settlement of Lewisham itself. Governed by the Lewisham London Borough Council, headquartered in Catford, the area is notable for landmarks such as Blackheath, Goldsmiths, University of London, and the home of Millwall F.C. The Prime Meridian also runs through this dynamic borough, making it an intriguing location for planning applications and developments.

Governance

Founded: 1 April 1965

Council Planning Features

Planning Applications - Browse all applications submitted to London Borough of Lewisham, filterable by status, type, and size
Planning Activity Summary - Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for London Borough of Lewisham
Keyword Scorecard - See how often applications in London Borough of Lewisham mention key planning constraints like heritage, flood risk, and environmental concerns
Council Boundary Map - Interactive map showing the council boundary and application locations
Full Details - View complete application details, dates and decision status

Council Insights

Property Prices

Area Information

Admin district: Lewisham
Parliamentary constituency: Lewisham East
LSOA: Lewisham 029B

Crime Statistics

868 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 308
anti-social-behaviour: 211
shoplifting: 62
other-theft: 60
public-order: 55
vehicle-crime: 45
drugs: 33
burglary: 26
robbery: 23
theft-from-the-person: 13
possession-of-weapons: 12
other-crime: 11
bicycle-theft: 8
criminal-damage-arson: 1

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications in London Borough of Lewisham.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for London Borough of Lewisham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in London Borough of Lewisham

21 towns and villages. Click any town to search for planning applications nearby.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings in the London Borough of Lewisham area.

Monitoring Stations

6 flood monitoring stations near London Borough of Lewisham.

Winsford Road (River Pool)
Beddington Park (River Wandle)
Westminster (Thames Tideway)
Gosshill Road (Kyd Brook)
Bishops Avenue (River Ravensbourne)
Hayes Lane (River Ravensbourne)

A brief summary of London Borough of Lewisham

The London Borough of Lewisham area recorded 868 crimes in the most recent reporting period. Prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Conservation Areas

There is 1 designated conservation area within the London Borough of Lewisham area. Planning applications within or near these areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve architectural and historic character. Permitted development rights may be restricted.

Conservation areas include: No data available for publication by HE.

The council area encompasses 21 towns and villages, including Catford, Deptford and Lewisham. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search London Borough of Lewisham Planning Applications

Planning Signal provides a free, fast planning search for London Borough of Lewisham. Use the postcode search above to find planning applications near any address in the London Borough of Lewisham area. Unlike the official London Borough of Lewisham planning portal, Planning Signal lets you save searches, watch individual applications, and receive email alerts when decisions are made or new applications are submitted nearby.

Whether you're a resident checking London Borough of Lewisham planning applications near your home, a homeowner tracking your own application, or a property professional monitoring the local market, Planning Signal gives you the tools to stay informed about planning and development across London Borough of Lewisham.

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 2,598 planning applications London Borough of Lewisham received. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile in London Borough of Lewisham.

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types in London Borough of Lewisham were full planning applications (900), tree works (432), discharge of conditions (338). Full planning applications account for 35% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 7 large-scale (major) developments, 6 medium-scale applications, 2,302 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

1,305 planning appeals were lodged against London Borough of Lewisham decisions, of which 301 were allowed and 825 were dismissed (27% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 1,306 applications
Refused: 211 applications
Withdrawn: 158 applications
Awaiting decision: 922 applications

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