Poplar, Tower Hamlets - Greater London Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Poplar, Tower Hamlets - Greater London.
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Planning applications in Poplar 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 Poplar
Poplar, located in the Tower Hamlets borough of Greater London, is a vibrant area characterized by its mix of residential and commercial developments. The town is known for its diverse community and proximity to the River Thames, making it a key location for planning applications related to urban development and regeneration. Its rich history and evolving landscape present numerous opportunities for prospective developers and planners.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Tower Hamlets
- Parliamentary constituency: Poplar and Limehouse
- LSOA: Tower Hamlets 034C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Poplar.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Poplar.
- 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 Poplar based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
69 planning applications found near Poplar.
- PA/26/00858/NC - Unit 100, Cannon Workshops, 3 Cannon Drive, London, E14 4AS
Installation of louvres to main fa�ade window and part retrospective application for fixing of si...
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-06-03 - PA/26/00857/NC - Unit 100, Cannon Workshops, 3 Cannon Drive, London, E14 4AS
Installation of louvres to main fa�ade window and part retrospective application for fixing of si...
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-06-03 - - Unit 100, Cannon Workshops, 3 Cannon Drive, London, E14 4AS
Installation of louvres to main façade window and part retrospective application for fixing of signage above doorway
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-06-03
View full details - - Unit 100, Cannon Workshops, 3 Cannon Drive, London, E14 4AS
Installation of louvres to main façade window and part retrospective application for fixing of signage above doorway
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-06-03
View full details - PA/26/00888/NC - Hotel North Building, 1A Hertsmere Road, London, E14 4BF
Replacement of the existing pitched roof slate on Cannon House with new Stoneleaf SL11 natural sl...
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-05-20 - PA/26/00865/S - 12 Bank Street, London, E14 4DD
Application for Non-Material amendment to planning permission ref: PA/24/00128, Dated 03/05/2024....
Status: Undecided | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-05-15 - - Teviot Estate, London, E14 6QU
Submission of details pursuant to condition no.41 (Remediation Scheme) of planning permission ref: PA/24/00922 , dated 10/12/2025
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - 10 Garford Street, London, E14 8JG
Works to T1x Alder (Ainus Glutinosa) - to comprise of crown rduction by up to 15-20% and selective pruning of lateral branches. Located adjacent to 10 & 12 Garford Street front garden.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - - Land west of Charter Street and south of Cartier Circle, Wood Wharf, E14
Submission of details pursuant to condition no.21 (Landscaping scheme) of planning permission ref: PA/24/01748, dated 19/02/2025
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - - UGC Cinema, 9 Hertsmere Road, London, E14 4AN
The removal of 3no. existing antennas, 1no. existing equipment cabinet and the installation of 3no. new antennas, 1no. new equipment cabinet and associated ancillary development thereto.
Status: Undecided | Type: Telecoms | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - 1 Park Place, London, E14 4QD
Submission of details pursuant to condition no.16 (Full Details of the Proposed Landscaping Scheme) of planning permission ref: PA/25/01703, dated 19/12/2025.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - 12 Bank Street, London, E14 4DD
Proposed x1 non illuminated Fascia Sign and x2 illuminated Fascia sign
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - 17 Columbus Courtyard, London E14
Submission of details pursuant to condition no.4c(Drawings and details of entrances), 4e (External rainwater goods), 4f (External plant) of planning permission ref: PA/23/00741, dated 05/07/2023
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - North Dock and Middle Dock, Cabot Square, Canary Wharf, London E14
Installation of floating ecology island structures within Middle Dock and North Dock, together with associated anchoring, planting, and habitat enhancement works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-03-24
View full details - - Flat 105, Block D, 14 Hertsmere Road, London, E14 4AF
Listed Building Consent to reconfigure kitchen space, removal of internal partition plasterboard wall to insert floor to ceiling partition fire rated wall and insert window within internal partition w
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - Unit 1, 3 Birchfield Street, London, E14 8ED
Application for Certificate of Lawfullness in respect of existing use as a one storey apartment flat in continuous use as a C4 premises (House of Multiple Occupation)
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - 1 Park Place, London, E14 4QD
Submission of details pursuant to condition no.5 (Full details of signage, lighting and security measures) of planning permission ref: PA/25/01703, dated 19/12/2025
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - 17 Columbus Courtyard, London E14
Application for non-material amendment to planning permission ref: PA/23/00741/NC, Dated 05/07/2023 Non-Material Amendment(s) Sought: Retention of five columns on the lower ground floor eastern façade
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - 1 Park Place, London, E14 4QD
Submission of details pursuant to condition no.14 (Details of kitchen extract) of planning permission ref: PA/25/01703, dated 19/12/2025
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - 1 Park Place, London, E14 4QD
Submission of details pursuant to condition no.13 (Venue Management Plan) of planning permission ref: PA/25/01703, dated 19/12/2025
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Tower Hamlets | Date: 2026-03-18
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A brief summary of Poplar in Tower Hamlets - Greater London
Poplar, located in the Tower Hamlets borough of Greater London, is a vibrant area characterized by its mix of residential and commercial developments. The town is known for its diverse community and proximity to the River Thames, making it a key location for planning applications related to urban development and regeneration. Its rich history and evolving landscape present numerous opportunities for prospective developers and planners.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Poplar a particularly low-crime area.
Poplar has 19 conservation areas within its boundaries: Balfron Tower, St Frideswide's, Limehouse Cut, Ropery Street, No data available for publication by HE, Coldharbour, Naval Row, West India Dock, St Anne's Church, All Saints Church Poplar, Tower Hamlets Cemetery, Langdon Park, Swaton Road, Narrow Street, Brickfield Gardens, St Matthias' Church, Lowell Street, Lansbury, Regent's Canal. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Poplar 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.
Planning Activity in Poplar
In the last 24 months, 184 planning applications were submitted near Poplar. Of these, 99% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Poplar may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 57 days on average, decisions near Poplar slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Poplar were discharge of conditions (67), full planning applications (43), amendments (19).
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 3 medium-scale applications, 162 smaller schemes were submitted.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% 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: 77 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 106 applications
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