How long do planning decisions take near Petersham?

The average planning decision time near Petersham is 53 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 Petersham?

The planning approval rate near Petersham is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Petersham?

The most common type of planning application near Petersham is tree works applications, with 238 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Petersham?

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Petersham, Richmond upon Thames - Greater London Planning Applications

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

Richmond upon Thames - Greater London · England · settlement

Planning applications in Petersham are administered by London Borough Of Richmond Upon Thames. View the full London Borough Of Richmond Upon Thames planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £642,785 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Richmond upon Thames
Parliamentary constituency: Twickenham
LSOA: Richmond upon Thames 007A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Petersham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Petersham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

191 planning applications found near Petersham.

- 1 - 12 Tree Close Petersham
See report T2593-Field maple Prune from adjacent structure. Prune to clear by 2.5 metres.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-07-01
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PA26/2309 - 1 - 12 Tree Close Petersham
See report T2593-Field maple Prune from adjacent structure. Prune to clear by 2
Status: Undecided | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-07-01
PA26/1860 - Petersham Farm Petersham Road Richmond
Construction of Tennis Court and associated fencing.
Status: Undecided | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-06-16
- The Navigators House, River Lane, Petersham, Richmond, TW10 7AG
Details pursuant to condition C7 (Sustainable drainage evidence) of planning permission PA25/0656.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-06-10
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PA26/2020 - The Navigators House, River Lane, Petersham, Richmond, TW10 7AG
Details pursuant to condition C7 (Sustainable drainage evidence) of planning per
Status: Undecided | Type: Condition Approval | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-06-10
PA26/1808 - The Manor House, River Lane, Petersham, Richmond, TW10 7AG
Details pursuant to condition C2 - internal details of planning reference PA25/4
Status: Undecided | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-05-26
- The Manor House, River Lane, Petersham, Richmond, TW10 7AG
Details pursuant to condition C2 - internal details of planning reference PA25/4019
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-05-26
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- 16 Beaufort Road Twickenham TW1 2PQ
Non material amendment to planning permission PA25/2484 - 1. Change of material to the rear elevation from hung slate with leadwork weathering details to new zinc cladding; 2. Additional new window to
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-05-20
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PA26/1753 - 16 Beaufort Road Twickenham TW1 2PQ
Non material amendment to planning permission PA25/2484 - 1. Change of materia
Status: Refused | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-05-20
PA26/1648 - 19 Montpelier Row Twickenham TW1 2NQ
Replacement of existing french doors with sliding doors.
Status: Undecided | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-05-14
- HAM POLO CLUB, Petersham Road, Petersham, Richmond, TW10 7AH
New hardstanding and stables.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-04-21
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PA26/1383 - HAM POLO CLUB, Petersham Road, Petersham, Richmond, TW10 7AH
New hardstanding and stables.
Status: Undecided | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-04-21
PA26/1333 - 24 Beaufort Road Twickenham TW1 2PQ
FRONT GARDEN T1 False Acacia (Robinia pseudoacacia) Crown reduce by approxim
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Tree/s in Conservation Area | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-04-17
- 24 Beaufort Road Twickenham TW1 2PQ
FRONT GARDEN T1 False Acacia (Robinia pseudoacacia) Crown reduce by approximately 3-4m back to most recent previous reduction points as tree is becoming too large and regrowth has started to snap out.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-04-17
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PA26/1156 - The Glass House, River Lane, Petersham, Richmond, TW10 7AG
Application for prior approval for a microgeneration solar PV installation acros
Status: Undecided | Type: GPD P14J - Solar Photovoltaics Non-Dom | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-04-14
PA26/1222 - 24, Sandycoombe Road, Twickenham, TW1 2LX
Array of seven solar panels being four on the front elevation of main pitched ro
Status: Undecided | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-04-13
- The Glass House, River Lane, Petersham, Richmond, TW10 7AG
Application for prior approval for a microgeneration solar PV installation across the flat roof.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-03-31
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- Former Strathmore School Site
Details pursuant to conditions 10 - Highways Agreement, 15 (Part G Acoustic Screen) - Details to be approved, 19 - odour control, 33 - ecological enhancements and 35 - external lighting of planning re
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-03-30
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- The Navigators House, River Lane, Petersham, Richmond, TW10 7AG
T2 - Hazel - Crown Reduction - Reducing the height and spread of the tree by up to 1.5-2 metres to most suitable growth points T3 - English Yew - Crown lift 2.5-3 metres from ground level, garden side
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-03-23
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PA26/1012 - The Navigators House, River Lane, Petersham, Richmond, TW10 7AG
T2 - Hazel - Crown Reduction - Reducing the height and spread of the tree by up
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to Tree/s in Conservation Area | Council: Richmond | Date: 2026-03-23

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

Petersham is a settlement located in Richmond upon Thames - Greater London, England.

Property prices in Petersham show an average sale price of £642,785, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Petersham has 21 conservation areas within its boundaries: St Matthias, Beresford Avenue, St Margaret's Estate, Parkleys Estate, Cambridge Park, Crown Road, Central Richmond, Isleworth Riverside, Richmond Hill, Ham House, Richmond Road (East Twickenham), Twickenham Riverside, Old Deer Park, Richmond Green, Ham Common, Richmond Riverside, Amyand Park Road, Richmond Park, Twickenham Park, Sheen Road, Petersham. 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 Petersham 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 Petersham

In the last 24 months, 766 planning applications were submitted near Petersham. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Petersham.

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Petersham were tree works (238), full planning applications (207), discharge of conditions (97). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 4 large-scale (major) developments, 49 medium-scale applications, 626 smaller schemes were submitted.

23 planning appeals were lodged, of which 7 were allowed and 16 were dismissed (30% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 491 applications
Refused: 50 applications
Withdrawn: 9 applications
Awaiting decision: 213 applications

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