How long do planning decisions take near Dulwich?

The average planning decision time near Dulwich is 48 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 Dulwich?

The planning approval rate near Dulwich is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Dulwich?

The most common type of planning application near Dulwich is tree works applications, with 185 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Dulwich?

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Dulwich, Southwark - Greater London Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Dulwich, Southwark - Greater London.

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

About Dulwich

Dulwich, nestled in a valley in south London, predominantly falls within the London Borough of Southwark, with portions extending into Lambeth. The area includes the charming locales of Dulwich Village, East Dulwich, West Dulwich, and the Southwark section of Herne Hill, bordered by vibrant districts such as Camberwell, Crystal Palace, and Peckham. Its diverse character and strategic location make it a significant area for planning applications and development opportunities.

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Area Information

Admin district: Lewisham
Parliamentary constituency: Lewisham West and East Dulwich
LSOA: Lewisham 035A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Dulwich.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Dulwich based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

185 planning applications found near Dulwich.

DC/26/144538 - 44 MOUNT ASH ROAD, LONDON, SE26 6LY
FRONT: ONE Rhuss tree (T1) Ht 6m, Spread 4m FELL to ground level. REASON: It is in a constrained ...
Status: Undecided | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-06-26
DC/26/144302 - 2A RADLET AVENUE, LONDON, SE26 4BZ
Conversion of existing dwelling house into two separate apartments. New rear doors and access acr...
Status: Undecided | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-06-11
26/AP/1669 · Received: Wed 10 Jun 2026 · Validated: Thu 11 Jun 2026 - 129 Sydenham Hill London Southwark SE26 6LW
T7803 Oak (rear garden): Remove major deadwood throughout the crown using natural target pruning techniques. T7804 Sycamore group (rear garden): Fell a group of three sycamore trees to ground level an
Status: Undecided | Council: Southwark | Date: 2026-06-11
- 129 Sydenham Hill London Southwark SE26 6LW
T7803 Oak (rear garden): Remove major deadwood throughout the crown using natural target pruning techniques. T7804 Sycamore group (rear garden): Fell a group of three sycamore trees to ground level an
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Southwark | Date: 2026-06-10
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DC/26/144271 - 10 SANDOWN COURT, DARTMOUTH ROAD, LONDON, SE26 4RT
Installation of air source heat pump in the front garden of 10 Sandown Court, Dartmouth Road, SE26
Status: Undecided | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-06-08
DC/26/144129 - CUREPIPE COURT, 125-131 KIRKDALE, LONDON, SE26 4QJ
Details submitted pursuant to Condition 3-Construction Management Plan of planning permission DC/...
Status: Undecided | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-05-27
- CUREPIPE COURT, 125-131 KIRKDALE, LONDON, SE26 4QJ
Details submitted pursuant to Condition 3-Construction Management Plan of planning permission DC/25/141376 dated 6th May 2026 at Curepipe Court, 125-131 Kirkdale SE26.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-05-26
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DC/26/144072 - 57 KIRKDALE, LONDON, SE26 4BL
Construction of a loft conversion with two roof dormers at 57 Kirkdale, SE26.
Status: Undecided | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-05-24
DC/26/143960 - 10 KNAPDALE CLOSE, LONDON, SE23 3XQ
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate (proposed) submitted under Section 192 of the To...
Status: Undecided | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-05-19
26/AP/1350 - Dulwich Wood House 39 Sydenham Hill London Southwark SE26 6RS
Tree works 5 day notification: To remove dead and dangerous trees located within a designated conservation
Status: Approved | Council: Southwark | Date: 2026-05-11
- Dulwich Wood House 39 Sydenham Hill London Southwark SE26 6RS
Five-day notification for tree works within a conservation area, including the felling of dead and dangerous trees. Species: T2 Cypress (Structurally stable, but poor form and dead wood throughout the
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Southwark | Date: 2026-05-06
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- High Trees Mansions 28 Crescent Wood Road London Southwark SE26 6RU
Works to a tree with a TPO: Front Garden T1- 1 x Lime tree to lift to crown break and to crown reduce to previous point (Height currently approximately 24 meters to reduce by approximately 4 meters do
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Southwark | Date: 2026-04-20
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- 11 CHESEMAN STREET, LONDON, SE26 4RA
Retrospective planning application for the replacement of four windows and one rear door at the ground-floor maisonette at 11 Cheseman Street, SE26.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-04-09
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- 1 RADLET AVENUE, LONDON, SE26 4BZ
Details submitted pursuant with Condition 4(a)-Refuse and Recycling Facilities, Condition 6(a)-Hard Landscaping and Condition 9(a)-Boundary Treatments of planning permission DC/22/128638 dated 4th Jan
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-03-27
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- 1 RADLET AVENUE, LONDON, SE26 4BZ
Details submitted pursuant with Condition 3-External Materials of planning permission DC/22/128638 dated 4th January 2023 (amended by DC/23/132676 (Appeal Ref: APP/C5690/W/23/3333100) dated 22nd May 2
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-03-27
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- STREET RECORD, SPRINGFIELD RISE, LONDON
The removal and replacement of 3no. antennas and associated ancillary works thereto.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Telecoms | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-03-04
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- 6 PANMURE ROAD, LONDON, SE26 6NA
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate (proposed) submitted under Section 192 of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) Classes B, C and G of Schedule 2, Part 1 of the Town and Co
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-03-02
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- 127 Sydenham Hill London Southwark SE26 6LW
T1 Fastigiate Yew - Rear LHB: Crown reduction - To reduce the overall height by up to 1 metre (approximately 30%) and to trim and shape the remaining canopy to create a more compact and balanced form.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Southwark | Date: 2026-02-23
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- GREEN BANK COTTAGE, TAYMOUNT RISE, LONDON, SE23 3UL
Details submitted pursuant to Condition 24(b)-Secured by Design of planning permission DC/22/127431 dated 9th June 2023 at Green Bank Cottage, Taymount Rise SE23.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-01-23
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- GREEN BANK COTTAGE, TAYMOUNT RISE, LONDON, SE23 3UL
Submission of information pursuant to Schedule 4 Part 3 ? 'Late Stage Viability Review" of S106 agreement dated 8 June 2023 in respect of planning permission (DC/22/127431) dated 9 June 2023 at Taymou
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-01-09
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A brief summary of Dulwich in Southwark - Greater London

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

Dulwich has 6 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Dulwich Wood, Crystal Palace Park, Honor Oak Rise, Gipsy Hill, Dulwich Village. 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 Dulwich includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Dulwich 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 Dulwich

In the last 24 months, 477 planning applications were submitted near Dulwich. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Dulwich maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Dulwich were tree works (185), full planning applications (109), discharge of conditions (66). 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, 3 large-scale (major) developments, 1 medium-scale application, 431 smaller schemes were submitted.

11 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 9 were dismissed (18% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 294 applications
Refused: 25 applications
Withdrawn: 32 applications
Awaiting decision: 125 applications

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