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Planning in East Dulwich

Approved
91%
718 of 764 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of East Dulwich in the last 24 months, from London Borough of Southwark's planning register.

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Around East Dulwich

Postcode districts

SE22 445 applications in the last 12 monthsSE23 389 applications in the last 12 monthsSE15 632 applications in the last 12 monthsSE21 369 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Southwark

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About East Dulwich

East Dulwich is a vibrant suburb in South East London, situated within the London Borough of Southwark. It lies to the east of Dulwich, bordered by Peckham and Camberwell, and features notable landmarks such as the Dog Kennel Hill statue. Developed in the nineteenth century on land owned by the College of God's Gift, East Dulwich offers a rich historical context that may influence planning applications in the area.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the East Dulwich 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 East Dulwich a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around East Dulwich has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, East 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near East Dulwich, 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, 886 planning applications were submitted near East Dulwich. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (222), tree works (64), discharge of conditions (63). 7 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near East Dulwich?
In the last 24 months, 886 planning applications were submitted near East Dulwich. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near East Dulwich?
The average planning decision time near East Dulwich is 36 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 East Dulwich?
The planning approval rate near East Dulwich is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near East Dulwich?
The most common type of planning application near East Dulwich is full planning applications, with 222 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near East Dulwich?
You can search and track planning applications near East Dulwich on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.