How long do planning decisions take near Blackheath?

The average planning decision time near Blackheath is 43 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 Blackheath?

The planning approval rate near Blackheath is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Blackheath?

The most common type of planning application near Blackheath is tree works applications, with 167 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Blackheath?

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Blackheath, Lewisham - Greater London Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Blackheath, Lewisham - Greater London.

Lewisham - Greater London · England · settlement

Planning applications in Blackheath are administered by London Borough Of Lewisham. View the full London Borough Of Lewisham planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: Greenwich
Parliamentary constituency: Eltham and Chislehurst
LSOA: Greenwich 025C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Blackheath.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Blackheath.

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 Blackheath based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

64 planning applications found near Blackheath.

DC/26/144638 - BLOCK 1-16, RYCULFF SQUARE, LONDON, SE3 0SN
The installation of replacement pitched roof, cast iron rainwater goods - gutters down pipes, tog...
Status: Undecided | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-07-08
DC/26/144483 - 30 WEMYSS ROAD, LONDON, SE3 0TG
The installation of replacement timber framed double sash windows and new bi-folding doors in the...
Status: Undecided | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-07-08
DC/26/144639 - Block 36 To 45, RYCULFF SQUARE, LONDON, SE3 0SW
The installation of replacement pitched roof, cast iron rainwater goods - gutters down pipes, tog...
Status: Undecided | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-07-08
DC/26/144640 - Block 29 To 35, RYCULFF SQUARE, LONDON, SE3 0SN
The installation of replacement pitched roof, cast iron rainwater goods - gutters down pipes, tog...
Status: Undecided | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-07-08
DC/26/144423 - 28 PARAGON PLACE, LONDON, SE3 0SP
The installation of replacement pitched roof, cast iron rainwater goods - gutters / down pipes, t...
Status: Undecided | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-07-07
DC/26/144422 - 21-24 22 TO 26 PARAGON PLACE AND, RYCULFF SQUARE, LONDON, SE3 0SP
The installation of replacement pitched roof, cast iron rainwater goods - gutters / down pipes, t...
Status: Undecided | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-07-07
DC/26/144315 - 37 TRANQUIL VALE, LONDON, SE3 0BU
Installation of replacement uPVC casement and sash windows to the first and second floor on the e...
Status: Undecided | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-06-15
DC/26/144299 - 1 WEMYSS ROAD, LONDON, SE3 0TG
External refurbishment and maintenance works to the existing five-storey apartment building inclu...
Status: Undecided | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-06-12
DC/26/143959 - BLACKHEATH DELIVERY OFFICE, 41 BLACKHEATH GROVE, LONDON, SE3 0AT
An application submitted under Section 96a of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 for a non-mate...
Status: Undecided | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-05-21
- 9A SHOOTERS HILL ROAD, BLACKHEATH, LONDON, SE3 7AR
FRONT: ONE Lime Tree (T1)(ht.15m) CROWN REDUCTION HEIGHT by4m from 15m to 11m, REDUCE RADIUS by 3m from 8m to 5m. CROWN THIN by 25% Reason: Reduction on all laterals and verticals, back to appropriate
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Greenwich | Date: 2026-05-20
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DC/26/144033 - 30 SOUTH ROW, LONDON, SE3 0RY
Listed Building Consent for the fitting of intumescent fire seals and installation of fire-resist...
Status: Undecided | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-05-18
- 30 SOUTH ROW, LONDON, SE3 0RY
Listed Building Consent for the fitting of intumescent fire seals and installation of fire-resistant privacy glazing to door set of entrance door at 30 South Row SE3.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-05-15
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- 14 ROYAL PARADE, LONDON, SE3 0TL
A New Pavement Licence under the Business and Planning Act 2020.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Telecoms | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-04-14
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- ROYAL PARKS, GREENWICH PARK, BLACKHEATH AVENUE, GREENWICH, SE10 8QY
Submission of details pursuant to condition 7 (Biodiversity gain plan), condition 8a (Habitat management and monitoring plan), condition 5a (Written scheme of investigaion) and 5b (Site investigation)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Greenwich | Date: 2026-03-23
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- 30 SOUTH ROW, LONDON, SE3 0RY
Details submitted pursuant to Condition 3-Windows Details of Listed Building Consent DC/24/137566 dated 10th April 2025 at 30 South Row SE3.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-03-18
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- 21 BENNETT PARK, LONDON, SE3 9RA
Works to be completed: T1 - Cherry - rear right boundary -Reduce in height by 2m from 8m and to 6m -Reduce Southern face by 2m from 6m to 4m -Reduce Northern face by 2m from 6m to 4m -Reduce Eastern f
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Greenwich | Date: 2026-03-17
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- Greenwich Park, Blackheath Avenue, Greenwich, SE10 8QY
Submission of details pursuant to the partial discharge of Condition 19 Part B (Water Efficiency) of Planning Permission 19/4305/F, dated 04/09/2020.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Greenwich | Date: 2026-03-16
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- 14 ROYAL PARADE, LONDON, SE3 0TL
Installation of a replacement shopfront at 14 Royal Parade, SE3, and other associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-03-16
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- THE BELL HOUSE, CAMDEN ROW, LONDON, SE3 0QA
Alterations to The Bell House, Camden Row, SE3, including the conversion of the garage into internal living space, removal of balconies and canopies at the first floor front and side elevation, altera
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-03-13
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- 7 MONTPELIER ROW, LONDON, SE3 0RL
Display of one totem box advert measuring 1.15m high, 0.8m wide and 0.25m deep incorporating backlit lettering, and installation of a plaque to wall measuring 0.25m wide and 0.4m high at 7 Montpelier
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-03-09
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A brief summary of Blackheath in Lewisham - Greater London

Blackheath is a settlement located in Lewisham - Greater London, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Blackheath a particularly low-crime area.

Blackheath has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Island Gardens. 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.

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Planning Activity in Blackheath

In the last 24 months, 319 planning applications were submitted near Blackheath. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Blackheath.

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Blackheath were tree works (167), full planning applications (58), discharge of conditions (31). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 306 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 179 applications
Refused: 5 applications
Withdrawn: 18 applications
Awaiting decision: 117 applications

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