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Planning in Honor Oak

Approved
87%
429 of 469 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Honor Oak in the last 24 months, from London Borough of Lewisham's planning register.

Decided by London Borough of LewishamCouncil page

Around Honor Oak

Postcode districts

SE23 389 applications in the last 12 monthsSE22 445 applications in the last 12 monthsSE15 632 applications in the last 12 monthsSE4 326 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Lewisham

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About Honor Oak

Honor Oak is a vibrant inner suburban area straddling the London Borough of Lewisham and part of the London Borough of Southwark. Its name is derived from the historic oak tree on One Tree Hill, famously associated with a picnic attended by Queen Elizabeth I. This area offers a unique blend of community and history, making it a noteworthy location for planning applications and development projects.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Honor Oak 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 (May 2026). This makes Honor Oak a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Honor Oak 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 Honor Oak, 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, 541 planning applications were submitted near Honor Oak. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (163), discharge of conditions (71), outline applications (41). 7 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Honor Oak?
In the last 24 months, 541 planning applications were submitted near Honor Oak. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Honor Oak?
The average planning decision time near Honor Oak is 55 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 Honor Oak?
The planning approval rate near Honor Oak is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Honor Oak?
The most common type of planning application near Honor Oak is full planning applications, with 163 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Honor Oak?
You can search and track planning applications near Honor Oak on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.