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Planning in Lewisham

Approved
86%
623 of 696 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

Decided by London Borough of LewishamCouncil page

Around Lewisham

Postcode districts

SE13 493 applications in the last 12 monthsSE3 698 applications in the last 12 monthsSE8 177 applications in the last 12 monthsSE10 581 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 Lewisham

Lewisham, located six miles south of Charing Cross in southeast London, serves as the main area of the London Borough of Lewisham. Historically part of Kent until 1889, it is recognized as one of 35 major centres in Greater London, featuring a substantial shopping centre and a vibrant street market. As of the 2011 census, Lewisham had a population of 60,573, making it a key area for planning applications and developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Lewisham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lewisham 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 Lewisham, 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, 863 planning applications were submitted near Lewisham. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (187), tree works (94), outline applications (62). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 4 were dismissed (20% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lewisham?
In the last 24 months, 863 planning applications were submitted near Lewisham. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Lewisham?
The average planning decision time near Lewisham is 58 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 Lewisham?
The planning approval rate near Lewisham is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Lewisham?
The most common type of planning application near Lewisham is full planning applications, with 187 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Lewisham?
You can search and track planning applications near Lewisham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.