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Planning in New Charlton

Approved
81%
354 of 419 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of New Charlton in the last 24 months, from Royal Borough of Greenwich's planning register.

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Around New Charlton

Postcode districts

SE7 161 applications in the last 12 monthsSE10 581 applications in the last 12 monthsSE3 696 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Royal Borough of Greenwich

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About New Charlton

Charlton Riverside, previously known as New Charlton, is the area along the south bank of the river Thames at Charlton, London, which forms part of the Royal Borough of Greenwich. It was formerly a primarily industrial zone, known for the glass and rope making industries, but is now an area of regeneration.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the New Charlton 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 New Charlton 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, New Charlton 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 New Charlton, 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, 499 planning applications were submitted near New Charlton. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (134), outline applications (86), tree works (55). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

7 planning appeals were lodged, of which 5 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (71% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near New Charlton?
In the last 24 months, 499 planning applications were submitted near New Charlton. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near New Charlton?
The average planning decision time near New Charlton is 76 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 New Charlton?
The planning approval rate near New Charlton is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near New Charlton?
The most common type of planning application near New Charlton is full planning applications, with 134 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near New Charlton?
You can search and track planning applications near New Charlton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.