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Planning in Putney Heath

Approved
91%
285 of 310 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Putney Heath in the last 24 months, from London Borough of Wandsworth's planning register.

Decided by London Borough of WandsworthCouncil page

Around Putney Heath

Postcode districts

SW15 765 applications in the last 12 monthsSW19 1,113 applications in the last 12 monthsSW18 873 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Wandsworth

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About Putney Heath

Putney Heath, located in the Wandsworth borough of Greater London, is part of the expansive Wimbledon Common, which encompasses three distinct areas: Wimbledon Common, Putney Heath, and Putney Lower Common. Together, they cover 460 hectares and are managed collectively as Wimbledon and Putney Commons. Notably, Putney Lower Common is separated from the rest of the Commons by at least one mile of urban development, making Putney Heath a significant green space amidst the surrounding built environment.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Putney Heath 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 Putney Heath a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Putney Heath has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Putney Heath 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 Putney Heath, 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, 365 planning applications were submitted near Putney Heath. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

The most common types were tree works (53), full planning applications (22), outline applications (5).

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 4 were dismissed (20% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Putney Heath?
In the last 24 months, 365 planning applications were submitted near Putney Heath. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Putney Heath?
The average planning decision time near Putney Heath is 78 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 Putney Heath?
The planning approval rate near Putney Heath is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Putney Heath?
The most common type of planning application near Putney Heath is tree works applications, with 53 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Putney Heath?
You can search and track planning applications near Putney Heath on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.