Higham Hill, Waltham Forest - Greater London Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Higham Hill, Waltham Forest - Greater London.
Waltham Forest - Greater London · England · settlement
Planning applications in Higham Hill 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 Higham Hill
Higham Hill is a vibrant area located within Walthamstow, part of the London Borough of Waltham Forest in east London. Bordered by Chingford to the north and Leyton to the south, it offers a diverse community with a population of approximately 109,424 as of the 2011 census. Situated about 7.5 miles northeast of Central London, Higham Hill is a key area for planning applications, reflecting its growth and development potential within the bustling urban landscape.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Waltham Forest
- Parliamentary constituency: Walthamstow
- LSOA: Waltham Forest 017E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Higham Hill.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Higham Hill.
- 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 Higham Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
27 planning applications found near Higham Hill.
- - Land west of Kingfisher Grove Three Mile Cross
Application for submission of details to comply with the following condition of planning consent 242665 dated 04/07/2025. Condition 7 Boundary Treatments and Level Changes.
Status: Undecided | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2026-06-30
View full details - - 17 Cooper Avenue, Walthamstow, London, E17 5PN
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 3.30m and an eaves height of 3.00m.
Type: Outline | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-06-22
View full details - - 2 Claremont Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 5RJ
Construction of a two storey dwellinghouse (1-bedroom) (Use Class C3), landscaping and ancillary refuse and cycle storage.
Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-06-17
View full details - - 236 - 240 Billet Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 5DY
Submission of details pursuant to condition 7 (Construction Logistics Plan), condition 10 (construction/demolition method statement) and condition 11 (Air Quality and Dust Management Plan) attached to
Type: Conditions | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-06-09
View full details - - 21 Valognes Avenue, Walthamstow, London, E17 5PW
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 3.00m and an eaves height of 3.00m.
Type: Outline | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - - 21 Valognes Avenue, Walthamstow, London, E17 5PW
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Construction of a hip to gable side roof extension, and dormer roof extension to main rear roof, together with installation of three roof lights to front ro
Type: Outline | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - - 207 Billet Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 5HG
Construction of a single storey rear extension.
Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-05-07
View full details - - 81 Manor Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 5RY
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 3.00m and an eaves height of 2.70m.
Type: Outline | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-05-06
View full details - - 81 Manor Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 5RY
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Construction of dormer roof extension to main rear roof, together with installation of two roof lights to front roof slope.
Type: Outline | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-05-06
View full details - - Land At, Brook Road, Great Tey Colchester
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed:Erection of a Building for Agricultural. The Town and Country Planning(General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 (as ame
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Colchester | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - 73 Oakfield Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 5RN
Prior approval for the construction of a single storey rear extension which would extend 4.54m beyond the rear wall of the existing dwelling, a maximum height of 3.75m and an eaves height of 2.61m.
Type: Outline | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 47 Oakfield Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 5RN
Construction of a single storey wraparound rear extension.
Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - 6 Garnett Way, Walthamstow, London, E17 5PE
Construction of a single storey ground floor rear extension.
Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - 148 Gloucester Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 6AF
Construction of a single storey wraparound rear extension.
Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - 96 Gloucester Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 6AF
Construction of a single storey rear extension, dormer roof extension to main rear roof and installation of three roof-lights to front roof.
Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-02-03
View full details - - 347 - 349 Higham Hill Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 5QY
Change of use from retail (Use Class E(a)) to Creche, day nursery or day centre (Use Class E(f)) including a single storey part rear extension. Creation of a play area together with associated landsca
Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-02-02
View full details - - Walthamstow Academy, 140 Billet Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 5DP
Retention of a roof-mounted air source heat pump, and extraction/ventilation flue at roof level and eastern elevation.
Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - 5 Rushbrook Crescent, Walthamstow, London, E17 5BZ
Prior approval for the construction of a single storey rear extension which would extend 3.00m beyond the rear wall of the existing dwelling, a maximum height of 3.00m and an eaves height of 2.80m.
Type: Outline | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2025-12-29
View full details - - 130 Bramley Close, Walthamstow, London, E17 6EG
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Construction of a hip to gable side roof extension, and dormer roof extension to main rear roof, together with installation of three roof lights to front ro
Type: Outline | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2025-12-29
View full details - - 130 Bramley Close, Walthamstow, London, E17 6EG
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 3.86m and an eaves height of 2.85m.
Type: Outline | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2025-12-29
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A brief summary of Higham Hill in Waltham Forest - Greater London
Higham Hill is a vibrant area located within Walthamstow, part of the London Borough of Waltham Forest in east London. Bordered by Chingford to the north and Leyton to the south, it offers a diverse community with a population of approximately 109,424 as of the 2011 census. Situated about 7.5 miles northeast of Central London, Higham Hill is a key area for planning applications, reflecting its growth and development potential within the bustling urban landscape.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Higham Hill a particularly low-crime area.
Higham Hill has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Lloyd Park, No data available for publication by HE, Walthamstow St James. 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 Higham Hill includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Walthamstow Reservoirs SSSI; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Lee Valley; 2 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Lee Valley. 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, Higham Hill 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 Higham Hill
In the last 24 months, 102 planning applications were submitted near Higham Hill. Of these, 56% were approved, with an average decision time of 28 days.
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 Higham Hill.
The average decision time of 28 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Higham Hill were full planning applications (38), outline applications (29), discharge of conditions (21). Full planning applications account for 37% 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 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
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