Aldersbrook, Redbridge - Greater London Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Aldersbrook, Redbridge - Greater London.
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About Aldersbrook
Aldersbrook is an Edwardian housing estate located in Wanstead, East London. Named after the historic Manor of Aldersbrook, the area derives its title from the nearby Alders Brook, a minor river that serves as a boundary between the London Boroughs of Newham and Redbridge. This residential neighbourhood presents various planning opportunities within a characterful setting.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Redbridge
- Parliamentary constituency: Leyton and Wanstead
- LSOA: Redbridge 014E
Crime Statistics
375 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 75
- anti-social-behaviour: 74
- shoplifting: 65
- vehicle-crime: 28
- burglary: 26
- other-theft: 24
- public-order: 18
- criminal-damage-arson: 15
- theft-from-the-person: 15
- drugs: 14
- robbery: 13
- possession-of-weapons: 3
- other-crime: 3
- bicycle-theft: 2
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Aldersbrook.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Aldersbrook.
- 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 Aldersbrook based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
49 planning applications found near Aldersbrook.
- - 3, Overton Drive, London, E11 2NN
Loft conversion with a side dormer. Two front and one rear rooflights. (Summary)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - Development Rear Of 33 To 45 Woodlands Avenue At Former Depot, St Gabriels Close, WANSTEAD, London
Discharge of Conditions of approved permission 1167/25: Secured by Design (Condition 8), Cycle Parking (Condition 10), Parking Permit Exempt (Condition 11), Refuse Storage and Recycling Facilities (Co
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-04-30
View full details - - 28, Woodlands Avenue, Wanstead, London, E11 3QZ
T1 (Palm) - Remove. (summary)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 43, Langley Drive, Wanstead, London, E11 2LN
Refurbishment of garage/garden building including alterations to fenstrations. (summary)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - 8, Tennyson Avenue, Wanstead, London, E11 2QN
Discharge of Conditons of approved permission 3521/25: Tree Protection (Condition 5). (summary)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - 76, Overton Drive, Wanstead, London, E11 2NW
Single storey rear extension. (summary)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - 13, Langley Drive, WANSTEAD, London, E11 2LN
Installation of a skylight and new timber framed glazed doors and windows to the single storey rear extension. Remove chimneys. Loft conversion with a rear / side dormer incorporating a Juliet balcony
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - 58, Overton Drive, Wanstead, London, E11 2NJ
Replace existing rear conservatory with a new conservatory. (Summary).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - 36, Woodlands Avenue, Wanstead, London, E11 3QZ
T1 (Eucalyptus) - Pruning to reduce height by 5-8m. (Summary)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - St Marys Church, Overton Drive, London, E11 2LW
Removal Condition 6 of approved planning permission 0693/25: removal of condition (Archaeology) due to withdrawal of the French drain works, with only minor gravel removal required for repairs to the
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - 12, St Marys Avenue, Wanstead, London, E11 2NP
T1 (Beech) - Reduce height by 2m, take in laterals by 2m and associated deadwooding to address crown retrenchment. (Summary)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - 58, Belgrave Road, London, E11 3QW
T1 (Eucalyptus) - Prune crown and overhanging branches into neighbouring property by 8m. T2 (Magnolia) - Prune crown and overhanging branches into neighbouring property by 2m and lift 2m over pavement
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - 5, Woodcote Road, Wanstead, London, E11 2QB
Loft conversion with a rear / side dormer incorporating a Juliet balcony. Two front rooflights. (Summary).
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - 20a Bushwood, Leytonstone, London, E11 3BN
Replacement of existing timber framed sash windows and uPVC casement windows with new double glazed timber sash and casement windows. Replacement of front and side doors with double glazed timber fram
Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-02-05
View full details - - 77, Blake Hall Road, Wanstead, London, E11 3QX
Lower ground floor rear extension to create a new conservatory. New front lightwell to serve the basement front room, with a flush metal grating set at pavement level. First floor balcony to rear elev
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - 19, St Marys Avenue, London, E11 2NR
Installation of solar panels to rear and side roof slopes. One front rooflight. (Summary).
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - 29, St Marys Avenue, London, E11 2NR
TPO 71/13 - T5 (Holly) - to reduce by approximately 2m. (Summary)
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-01-15
View full details - - 10, Overton Drive, London, E11 2NJ
Alteration to roof over existing front bay window. (Summary)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - - 8, Tennyson Avenue, Wanstead, London, E11 2QN
Single storey rear extension. Alterations to fenestrations. (Summary)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2025-12-17
View full details - - Development At Land And Buildings Rear Of Harley Court, Blake Hall Road, Wanstead, London
Discharge of conditions for approved permission 1638/24: Decontamination (Condition 3). (Summary).
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2025-12-12
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A brief summary of Aldersbrook in Redbridge - Greater London
Aldersbrook is an Edwardian housing estate located in Wanstead, East London. Named after the historic Manor of Aldersbrook, the area derives its title from the nearby Alders Brook, a minor river that serves as a boundary between the London Boroughs of Newham and Redbridge. This residential neighbourhood presents various planning opportunities within a characterful setting.
The Aldersbrook area recorded 375 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.
Aldersbrook has 8 conservation areas within its boundaries: Forest School, Snaresbrook, Aldersbrook, Wanstead Village, Wanstead Park, Whipps Cross Road, Wanstead Grove, Browning Road. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Aldersbrook includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Epping Forest SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 2 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Epping Forest. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Aldersbrook
In the last 24 months, 164 planning applications were submitted near Aldersbrook. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Aldersbrook.
The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Aldersbrook were full planning applications (56), tree works (38), discharge of conditions (26). Full planning applications account for 34% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 2 medium-scale applications, 123 smaller schemes were submitted.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 53 applications
- Refused: 5 applications
- Awaiting decision: 106 applications
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.