Chingford Green, Waltham Forest - Greater London Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Chingford Green, Waltham Forest - Greater London.
Waltham Forest - Greater London · England · settlement
Planning applications in Chingford Green are administered by London Borough Of Waltham Forest. View the full London Borough Of Waltham Forest planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Chingford Green
Chingford is a suburban town located in the London Borough of Waltham Forest, approximately 9.2 miles northeast of Charing Cross. Bordered by the River Lea to the west and Epping Forest to the north and east, Chingford had a population of 70,583 according to the 2021 census. Its strategic location and surrounding green spaces make it a key area for planning applications, reflecting both residential and environmental considerations.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Waltham Forest
- Parliamentary constituency: Chingford and Woodford Green
- LSOA: Waltham Forest 002C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Chingford Green.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Chingford Green.
- 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 Chingford Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
27 planning applications found near Chingford Green.
- - 38 The Drive, Chingford, London, E4 7AH
Works to trees within Conservation Area as described on the application form dated 2nd July 2026.
Type: Trees | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-07-01
View full details - - 8 Hungerdown, Chingford, London, E4 6QJ
Lawful development certificate (Existing) for use of the property as a small House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) (Use Class C4) for up to 6 occupants.
Type: Amendment | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-06-29
View full details - - 76 Nevin Drive, Chingford, London, E4 7LJ
Variation of condition 2 (plans) attached to planning permission reference 252603 granted 24/12/2025 to allow for the approved rear single-storey extension roof construction from a crown roof arrangem
Type: Conditions | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-06-08
View full details - - 47 Buxton Road, Chingford, London, E4 7DP
Construction of a single storey side extension/porch.
Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - Chingford Fire Station, 34 The Ridgeway, Chingford, London, E4 6PP
Prior Notification application for the proposed installation of electronic communications apparatus comprising 1 no. power generator and ancillary development thereto.
Type: Telecoms | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 84 Connaught Avenue, Chingford, London, E4 7AP
Works to trees situated in a conservation area. Leylandii (T1) - To be reduced in height by 1.5-2M and cut back to boundary by 1-1.5M to good union points. - Tree belongs to 84 Connaught Ave. Hawthorn
Type: Trees | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - 85 Station Road, Chingford, London, E4 7BU
Construction of dormer roof extension to main rear roof, dormer roof extension to front roof and installation of two roof-lights at front roof.
Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-02-05
View full details - - 8 Woodberry Way, Chingford, London, E4 7DX
Construction of a single storey side extension.
Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-01-15
View full details - - 5 Kings Road, Chingford, London, E4 7HP
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Construction of a single storey outbuilding within the rear garden.
Type: Outline | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2025-12-19
View full details - - 5 Kings Road, Chingford, London, E4 7HP
Prior approval for the construction of a single storey rear extension which would extend 8.00m beyond the rear wall of the existing dwelling, a maximum height of 3.35m and an eaves height of 2.75m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2025-12-17
View full details - - 80 Woodland Road, Chingford, London, E4 7EU
Prior approval for the construction of a single storey rear extension which would extend 6.00m beyond the rear wall of the existing dwelling, a maximum height of 4.00m and an eaves height of 3.00m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2025-12-12
View full details - - 23 Kings Road, Chingford, London, E4 7HP
Prior approval for the construction of a single storey rear extension which would extend 6.00m beyond the rear wall of the existing dwelling, a maximum height of 4.00m and an eaves height of 2.89m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2025-12-09
View full details - - 26 Station Road, Chingford, London, E4 7BE
Retention of 1 x externally illuminated fascia sign to the front elevation.
Status: Rejected | Type: Advertising | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2025-10-21
View full details - - 50 Mornington Road, Chingford, London, E4 7DT
Provision of dropped kerb to facilitate vehicular access and parking, construction of associated permeable hard standing, front boundary wall with sliding gate and installation of metal railings, all
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2025-09-16
View full details - - 39 Connaught Avenue, Chingford, London, E4 7AE
Works to a tree situated in a conservation area. T1- Horse chestnut - Remove to ground level.
Type: Trees | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2025-09-01
View full details - - 25 Willow Street, Chingford, London, E4 7EG
Construction of a rear dormer roof extension to the main roof, extension over the existing two storey rear outrigger and two roof-lights to the front roof slope. Alterations to the existing single sto
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2025-05-21
View full details - - 22 Mornington Road, Chingford, London, E4 7DS
Construction of dormer roof extension to main rear roof and extension above two storey rear outrigger together with installation of three roof-lights at front roof.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2025-04-28
View full details - - 36 St Egberts Way, Chingford, London, E4 6QH
Minor Material Amendment relating to construction of the first and second floor side extension front wall to be in line with the existing ground floor. Variation of condition 2 (Plans) for planning pe
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2025-04-17
View full details - - 72 Mornington Road, Chingford, London, E4 7DT
Construction of a front boundary wall with gate and alterations to front porch steps and railings, together with associated hard and soft landscaping and waste/recycle storage within front garden.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2025-02-17
View full details - - 11 Eglington Road, Chingford, London, E4 7AN
Construction of a single storey rear extension and installation of a door and window on the side elevation at ground floor level.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2025-01-23
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A brief summary of Chingford Green in Waltham Forest - Greater London
Chingford is a suburban town located in the London Borough of Waltham Forest, approximately 9.2 miles northeast of Charing Cross. Bordered by the River Lea to the west and Epping Forest to the north and east, Chingford had a population of 70,583 according to the 2021 census. Its strategic location and surrounding green spaces make it a key area for planning applications, reflecting both residential and environmental considerations.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Chingford Green a particularly low-crime area.
Chingford Green has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Chingford Green, No data available for publication by HE. 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 Chingford Green includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Chingford Reservoirs SSSI, Epping Forest SSSI; 7 Ancient Woodland sites; 5 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chingford Green 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.
Planning Activity in Chingford Green
In the last 24 months, 53 planning applications were submitted near Chingford Green. Of these, 56% were approved.
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 near Chingford Green.
The most common application types near Chingford Green were full planning applications (22), outline applications (15), tree works (5). Full planning applications account for 42% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 8 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
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.
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