Cubitt Town, Tower Hamlets - Greater London Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Cubitt Town, Tower Hamlets - Greater London.
Tower Hamlets - Greater London · England · settlement
Planning applications in Cubitt Town are administered by London Borough Of Tower Hamlets. View the full London Borough Of Tower Hamlets planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Cubitt Town
Cubitt Town is a vibrant district located on the eastern side of the Isle of Dogs in Tower Hamlets, London. Developed in the mid-19th century by William Cubitt, a former Lord Mayor, it lies adjacent to key areas such as Millwall, Canary Wharf, and Greenwich, with the River Thames serving as its scenic boundary. As part of the Blackwall & Cubitt Town Ward, this area presents unique opportunities for planning applications, given its rich history and strategic location.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Tower Hamlets
- Parliamentary constituency: Poplar and Limehouse
- LSOA: Tower Hamlets 033B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Cubitt Town.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cubitt Town.
- 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 Cubitt Town based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
24 planning applications found near Cubitt Town.
- PA/26/01121/S - Wood Wharf, Prestons Road, London E14 9SF
Submission of detail pursuant to condition no. 72 (Emergency Vehicle Access Plan) in respect of D...
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-07-01 - PA/26/01115/S - Wood Wharf, Prestons Road, London E14 9SF
Submission of details pursuant to condition no.58b (Rooftop Cleaning cradles and plant, together ...
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-06-30 - PA/26/01116/S - Wood Wharf, Prestons Road, London, E14 9SF
Submission of details pursuant to condition no.67 (Waste Management Plan) of planning permission ...
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-06-30 - PA/26/01045/S - Wood Wharf, (Plots E3/E4, J1-J3 and J4--J5) Prestons Road, London E14 9SF
Submission of details pursuant to condition no. 51c (Landscaping) and Condition 70 (Highways and ...
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-06-17 - PA/26/00973/NC - Wood Wharf RM 21 (Development Plots J1, J2 and J3), Prestons Road, London, E14 9SF
Application for Non-Material amendment to planning permission ref: PA/21/01441, Dated 14/02/2022....
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-06-05 - PA/26/00951/S - Wood Wharf, Prestons Road, London E14 9SF
Application for Non-Material amendment to planning permission ref: PA/22/01947, Dated 22/12/2022....
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-06-02 - PA/26/00902/NC - Wood Wharf (Plot F2), Prestons Road, London E14 9SF
Provision of a temporary walkway to the west of building F2, and all associated works and structu...
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-06-01 - PA/26/00936/S - Wood Wharf, (Plots A1, A4 and B3), Prestons Road, London E14 9SF
Resubmission of details pursuant to condition no 70 (Details of Highways, Footways, Boardwalks La...
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-05-28 - PA/26/00856/NC - 3 Launch Street, London, E14 3LT
Application for Certificate of Lawfulness in respect of proposed Loft conversion with rear dormer...
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-05-15 - PA/26/00849/S - Land adjacent to East Ferry Road, Marsh Wall and Chipka Street E14 3LA
Submission of details pursuant to condition no.11 (Materials) of planning permission ref: PA/23/0...
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-05-13 - - Asda, 151 East Ferry Road, London, E14 3BT
Application for Non-Material amendment to planning permission ref: PA/19/02534, Dated 01/07/2024. Non Material amendment(s) Sought: Amend the wording of condition 17
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - Cubitt Town Junior And Infants Primary School, Glengall Grove, London, E14 3NE
Application for Non-Material amendment to planning permission ref: PA/25/01777, Dated 10/12/2025. Non Material amendment(s) Sought: Omission of the acoustic louvre screen enclosing the ASHPs and buffe
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - Asda, 151 East Ferry Road, London, E14 3BT
Submission of details pursuant to partial discharge of condition nos. 28 & 66 (Survey for Jersey Cudweed) related to initial trench works only, of Hybrid planning permission PA/19/02534, dated, 01/07/
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - LAND AT BAY WHARF, TUNNEL AVENUE, GREENWICH, SE10 0QE
Use of the land for Class B8 (storage and distribution) purposes, temporary installation of buildings, storage units and containers, installation of fencing, parking, external storage bays and drainag
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Greenwich | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - Asda, 151 East Ferry Road, London, E14 3BT
Application for non-material amendment to planning permission ref: PA/19/02534, Dated 01/07/2024 Non-Material Amendment(s) Sought: - Amendment to the wording of condition 116(b) (cycle parking)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - Asda, 151 East Ferry Road, London, E14 3BT
Submission of details pursuant to condition no. 15 (CIL Phasing Plan), of Hybrid planning permission PA/19/02534, dated, 01/07/2024.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - Gun Tavern Public House, 27 Cold Harbour, London, E14 9NS
Retrospective installation of covered seating huts in garden
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-01-13
View full details - - Multi Storey Car Park Ground To Ninth, Lawn House Close, London E14
Replacement and erection of rooftop plant with ancillary infrastructure and other incidental works at basement and roof levels
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2025-12-19
View full details - - Wood Wharf (Development Plot B2), Prestons Road, London E14 9SF
Submission of details pursuant to condition 55(b) (Parking) in relation to RM17, Development Plot B2 of planning permission ref:PA/13/02966 (as amended), dated 24/12/2014.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2025-10-31
View full details - - 112 Dyer Road, London
Proposed to replace roof
Type: Full | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2025-08-30
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A brief summary of Cubitt Town in Tower Hamlets - Greater London
Cubitt Town is a vibrant district located on the eastern side of the Isle of Dogs in Tower Hamlets, London. Developed in the mid-19th century by William Cubitt, a former Lord Mayor, it lies adjacent to key areas such as Millwall, Canary Wharf, and Greenwich, with the River Thames serving as its scenic boundary. As part of the Blackwall & Cubitt Town Ward, this area presents unique opportunities for planning applications, given its rich history and strategic location.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Cubitt Town a particularly low-crime area.
Cubitt Town has 10 conservation areas within its boundaries: Balfron Tower, St Frideswide's, Coldharbour, Naval Row, All Saints Church Poplar, No data available for publication by HE, St Matthias' Church, Island Gardens, Lansbury, Chapel House. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cubitt Town 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 Cubitt Town
In the last 24 months, 135 planning applications were submitted near Cubitt Town. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Cubitt Town may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 73 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Cubitt Town were full planning applications (39), discharge of conditions (35), amendments (15). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 109 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.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 51 applications
- Refused: 3 applications
- Awaiting decision: 81 applications
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