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Planning in East Sheen

Approved
87%
674 of 760 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of East Sheen in the last 24 months, from London Borough of Richmond upon Thames's planning register.

Decided by London Borough of Richmond upon ThamesCouncil page

Around East Sheen

Postcode districts

SW14 325 applications in the last 12 monthsSW13 390 applications in the last 12 monthsTW10 491 applications in the last 12 monthsTW9 577 applications in the last 12 monthsSW15 760 applications in the last 12 monthsW4 988 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Richmond upon Thames

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About East Sheen

East Sheen, a charming suburb located in the south-west of London, is part of the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. Known for its residential appeal and community atmosphere, East Sheen offers a variety of planning opportunities and developments, making it a significant area for those looking to engage with local planning applications.

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

The area around East Sheen has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, East Sheen 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 Sheen, 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, 877 planning applications were submitted near East Sheen. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (316), tree works (117), outline applications (92). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

18 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 14 were dismissed (13% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near East Sheen?
In the last 24 months, 877 planning applications were submitted near East Sheen. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near East Sheen?
The average planning decision time near East Sheen is 51 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 Sheen?
The planning approval rate near East Sheen is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near East Sheen?
The most common type of planning application near East Sheen is full planning applications, with 316 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near East Sheen?
You can search and track planning applications near East Sheen on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.