How long do planning decisions take near Mortlake?

The average planning decision time near Mortlake is 47 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 Mortlake?

The planning approval rate near Mortlake is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Mortlake?

The most common type of planning application near Mortlake is full planning applications, with 124 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Mortlake?

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Mortlake, Richmond upon Thames - Greater London Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Mortlake, Richmond upon Thames - Greater London.

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About Mortlake

Mortlake is a suburban district in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, situated on the south bank of the River Thames, flanked by Kew and Barnes. Once part of Surrey, it has a rich historical backdrop rooted in malting, brewing, and farming, highlighted by the Mortlake Tapestry Works, a significant producer in Britain from 1617 to 1704. A notable feature of the area is the former Mortlake Brewery, also known as the Stag Brewery, which stands as a landmark at the edge of the district, offering potential insights for those exploring local planning applications.

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Area Information

Admin district: Richmond upon Thames
Parliamentary constituency: Richmond Park
LSOA: Richmond upon Thames 012A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Mortlake.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Mortlake based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

146 planning applications found near Mortlake.

- 25, Model Cottages, London, SW14 7PH
Details pursuant to condition C7. Submitted Arboricultural details (monitored) (Part B. Prior to commencement of works, confirmation of the appointment of a retained Arboricultural consultant to condu
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-05-09
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- 6, Observatory Road, London, SW14 7QD
Construction of garden room to rear of property. The building will be max. 2.5m high & be within 2m of the boundary with fencing on 3 sides.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-05-05
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PA26/1497 - 4, Model Cottages, London, SW14 7PH
First-floor rear extension and alterations associated with conversion of garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Householder Application | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-04-30
PA26/1467 - 15, Fitzgerald Road, London, SW14 8HA
Remove and replace front door and frame.
Status: Undecided | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-04-30
- 4, Model Cottages, London, SW14 7PH
First-floor rear extension and alterations associated with conversion of garage into a habitable room with matching windows and brick detailing on the front elevation including replacement windows on
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-04-30
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PA26/0566 - 22 Percival Road East Sheen London SW14 7QE
PROPOSED SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION TO REAR & ALTERATIONS TO EXISTING ROOF FOR THE
Status: Undecided | Type: Householder Application | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-04-29
PA26/1281 - 66 Queens Road East Sheen London SW14 8PJ
Installation of Air Source Heat Pump (Air Conditioning System)
Status: Undecided | Type: Householder Application | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-04-28
- 15, Fitzgerald Road, London, SW14 8HA
Remove and replace front door and frame.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-04-28
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PA26/0516 - 134, St Leonards Road, London, SW14 7NN
Details pursuant to condition BD12 - Details, materials to be approved, and U019
Status: Undecided | Type: Condition Approval | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-04-08
PA26/1198 - 12, Earl Road, London, SW14 7JH
INSTALL CONSERVATORY TO THE REAR/SIDE OF THE PROPERTY
Status: Undecided | Type: Householder Application | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-04-07
- 12, Earl Road, London, SW14 7JH
INSTALL CONSERVATORY TO THE REAR/SIDE OF THE PROPERTY
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-04-07
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PA26/1080 - 23 Connaught Avenue East Sheen London SW14 7RH
Erection of a single-storey rear extension with flat roof, rooflights, and asso
Status: Undecided | Type: Householder Application | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-04-02
- 206 208, First And Second Floors, Upper Richmond Road West, London, SW14 8AH
Change of Use of the existing (Use Class E) to residential (Use Class C3) into 5 self-contained flats
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-03-30
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PA26/1145 - 206 208, First And Second Floors, Upper Richmond Road West, London, SW14 8AH
Change of Use of the existing (Use Class E) to residential (Use Class C3) into
Status: Undecided | Type: GPD P3MA - E to C3 | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-03-30
- 23 Connaught Avenue East Sheen London SW14 7RH
Erection of a single-storey rear extension with flat roof, rooflights, and associated alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-03-27
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PA26/1046 - 21, Mullins Path, London, SW14 8EZ
Proposed erection of a single-storey side infill extension and a first-floor re
Status: Undecided | Type: Householder Application | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-03-24
PA26/1017 - 2 Christchurch Road East Sheen London SW14 7AA
T1 Pseudo robinia acacia. Fell, grind and replant
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Tree/s in Conservation Area | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-03-24
- 2 Christchurch Road East Sheen London SW14 7AA
T1 Pseudo robinia acacia. Fell, grind and replant
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-03-24
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- 21, Mullins Path, London, SW14 8EZ
Proposed erection of a single-storey side infill extension and a first-floor rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-03-24
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PA26/0923 - 292, Upper Richmond Road West, London, SW14 7JG
Erection of various signs: 1 off Building Letters, 4 off Fascia Panel, 1 off Fro
Status: Undecided | Type: Application to Display Adverts | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-03-23

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A brief summary of Mortlake in Richmond upon Thames - Greater London

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

Mortlake has 20 conservation areas within its boundaries: Mortlake, Cowley Road, Ruskin Avenue and part Defoe Avenue, Burlington Avenue and West Park Road, Sheen Lane (Mortlake), Thorne Passage, Mortlake Green, Chiswick House, Sheen Lane (East Sheen), Christ Church Road, Barnes Green, White Hart Lane, Alton, Sheen Common Drive, Holmesdale Avenue, Queen's Road (Mortlake), Model Cottages, Grove Park, Richmond Park, East Sheen Avenue. 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 Mortlake includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Richmond Park SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Richmond Park. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Mortlake

In the last 24 months, 316 planning applications were submitted near Mortlake. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Mortlake maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Mortlake were full planning applications (124), tree works (52), outline applications (42). Full planning applications account for 39% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 17 medium-scale applications, 257 smaller schemes were submitted.

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.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 154 applications
Refused: 27 applications
Withdrawn: 5 applications
Awaiting decision: 130 applications

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