How long do planning decisions take near Millwall?

The average planning decision time near Millwall is 73 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 Millwall?

The planning approval rate near Millwall is 97%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Millwall?

The most common type of planning application near Millwall is discharge of conditions, with 63 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Millwall?

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Millwall, Tower Hamlets - Greater London Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Millwall, Tower Hamlets - Greater London.

Tower Hamlets - Greater London · England · settlement

Planning applications in Millwall are administered by London Borough Of Tower Hamlets. View the full London Borough Of Tower Hamlets planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Millwall

Millwall, located in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, is a vibrant district on the Isle of Dogs, positioned south of Canary Wharf and Poplar. Bordered by Greenwich, Deptford, Rotherhithe, and Cubitt Town, it features a scenic shoreline along the River Thames. Once part of Middlesex and later the County of London, Millwall has been part of Greater London since 1965, making it an area of interest for planning applications and developments in east London.

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Area Information

Admin district: Tower Hamlets
Parliamentary constituency: Poplar and Limehouse
LSOA: Tower Hamlets 032C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Millwall.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Millwall.

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 Millwall based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

60 planning applications found near Millwall.

PA/26/01098/NC - 18 Old Bellgate Place, London, E14 3SW
Single storey rear extension forming wetroom, and reduce size of existing shed.
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-07-01
- 18 Old Bellgate Place, London, E14 3SW
Single storey rear extension forming wetroom, and reduce size of existing shed.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-07-01
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PA/26/01083/NC - Waterman Square, Selsdon Way, London, E14 9GL
Introduction of hard and soft landscaping to Waterman Square
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-06-23
PA/26/01012/NC - Alpha Grove Community Centre, Alpha Grove, London, E14 8LH
Proposed front and side extensions, a rear storage extension, removal of x1 rooflight to side ele...
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-06-19
PA/26/01016/S - Kedge House, Starboard Way and Winch House, Tiller Road, London E14 8PS
Submission of details pursuant to condition no.10 (Biodiversity Gain Plan) of planning permission...
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-06-12
PA/26/00938/S - 1 Selsdon Way, London, E14 9GL
Submission of details pursuant to condition no.4 (CIL Phasing Plan) of planning permission ref: P...
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-05-29
PA/26/00933/S - Kedge House, Starboard Way and Winch House, Tiller Road, London E14 8PS
Submission of details pursuant to condition no.14 (Piling Method Statement) in relation to Block ...
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-05-28
PA/26/00880 - Westferry Road, London, E14 8QB
The removal of existing 11.7m pole supporting 3no. antennas, The installation of a replacement 20...
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-05-19
PA/26/00880/NC - Westferry Road, London, E14 8QB
The removal of existing 11.7m pole supporting 3no. antennas, The installation of a replacement 20...
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-05-19
PA/26/00877/S - 1 Selsdon Way, London, E14 9GL
Submission of details pursuant to condition no.38a (Code of Construction Practice Checklist (CoCP...
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-05-19
PA/26/00872/NC - 56 - 58 Marsh Wall, London E14 9TP
Application for certificate of Lawfulness in respect of existing commencement of demolition works...
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-05-18
- 18-46 Caravel Close, London, E14 8PD
Replacement of existing double glazed timber and uPVC framed casement front and rear windows with new double glazed uPVC framed casement front and rear windows. Replacement of existing double glazed t
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-04-13
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- 4 Selsdon Way, London, E14 9GL
Submission of details pursuant to Condition no.11 (Secured by Design) of planning permission ref PA/21/00290, dated 26/01/2022
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-04-09
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- Hutchings Wharf, 1 Hutchings Street, London, E14
Hand-painted mural advertisements on two elevations of the building, comprising artistic compositions with subordinate sponsor attribution. Wall A faces Hutchings Street and Wall B faces the entrance
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-04-02
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- Ability place, Millharbour, London, E14 9HW
Replacement of combustible materials on existing balconies.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-03-31
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- Kedge House, Starboard Way and Winch House, Tiller Road, London E14 8PS
Submission of details pursuant to condition no.7 ((Code of Construction Practice Checklist (CoCP Checklist)), of planning permission ref: PA/25/00779, dated 03/03/2026
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-03-27
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- 112 Mellish Street, London, E14 8PN
Application for certificate of Lawfulness in respect of existing use as a C4 house of multiple occupation
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-03-24
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- Kedge House, Starboard Way and Winch House, Tiller Road, London E14 8PS
Submission of details pursuant to condition no.9 (stage 1 written scheme of investigation) in relation to Block A (Phase 1) only of planning permission ref: PA/25/00779, dated 03/03/2026
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-03-16
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- Trinity Tower, 28 Quadrant Walk, LONDON, E14 9JW
Replacement of combustible materials on the facade of the building.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-03-13
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- Pavement outside 2 Manilla Street, London E14
Removal of a 'Household Waste' bin on publicly accessible highway and making good the area using 400 x 400 (mm) concrete pavers to match existing surroundings.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-03-13
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A brief summary of Millwall in Tower Hamlets - Greater London

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Millwall a particularly low-crime area.

Millwall has 15 conservation areas within its boundaries: Balfron Tower, St Frideswide's, Limehouse Cut, No data available for publication by HE, Coldharbour, Naval Row, West India Dock, St Anne's Church, All Saints Church Poplar, Narrow Street, St Matthias' Church, Island Gardens, Lowell Street, Lansbury, Chapel House. 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.

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Planning Activity in Millwall

In the last 24 months, 189 planning applications were submitted near Millwall. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Millwall may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 73 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Millwall were discharge of conditions (63), full planning applications (49), amendments (17).

In terms of development scale, 3 large-scale (major) developments, 2 medium-scale applications, 148 smaller schemes were submitted.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 60 applications
Refused: 2 applications
Awaiting decision: 127 applications

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