Search Chingford planning applications
38 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Chingford · updated daily · London Borough of Waltham Forest
- 13 Frederica Road, Chingford, London, E4 7ALAwaiting decisionConstruction of single storey wraparound rear extension. Construction of dormer roof extension to main rear roof (with French doors and safety railings), and roof extension above two storey outrigger, with installation of one roof light to...Received week of 2 Nov 2026262515
- 35 Douglas Road, Chingford, London, E4 6DBAwaiting decisionPrior approval for the construction of a single storey rear extension which would extend 5.9m beyond the rear wall of the original dwellinghouse, with a maximum height of 3.2m and an eaves height of 3m.Received week of 2 Nov 2026262495
- 20 Frederica Road, Chingford, London, E4 7ALAwaiting decisionWorks to tree within Conservation Area as described on application form dated 25th October 2026.Received week of 26 Oct 2026262449
- 88 Connaught Avenue, Chingford, London, E4 7APAwaiting decisionConstruction of a single storey rear extension.Received week of 26 Oct 2026262454
- 35 Douglas Road, Chingford, London, E4 6DBAwaiting decisionLawful development certificate (Proposed) for the construction of a rear dormer roof extension and three roof-lights to the front roof slope.Received week of 19 Oct 2026262392
Planning in Chingford
- Approved
- 68%
- 145 of 204 decided
- Decision time
- about 8 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Chingford in the last 24 months, from London Borough of Waltham Forest's planning register.
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E4 600 applications in the last 12 monthsIG9 122 applications in the last 12 monthsIG8 492 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: London Borough of Waltham Forest
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About Chingford
Chingford is a suburban town located in the London Borough of Waltham Forest, approximately 9.2 miles northeast of Charing Cross. It is bordered by the River Lea to the west and the expansive Epping Forest to the north and east, while Walthamstow lies to the south. As of the 2021 census, Chingford has a population of 70,583, making it a vibrant area for potential development and planning applications.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Chingford area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Chingford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Chingford has 17 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chingford planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Chingford, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.
In the last 24 months, 263 planning applications were submitted near Chingford. Of these, 68% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (18), outline applications (13), tree works (7).
4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (50% success rate).