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Planning in Roehampton

Approved
90%
433 of 472 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Roehampton

Postcode districts

SW15 765 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 Roehampton

Roehampton, located in the southwest of London within the London Borough of Wandsworth, occupies a northern-to-southern stretch in the SW15 postcode, adjacent to Putney and Kingston Vale. The area features several large council housing estates and is notable for housing the University of Roehampton, making it a focal point for residential and educational development opportunities.

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

The area around Roehampton has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Roehampton 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 Roehampton, 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, 584 planning applications were submitted near Roehampton. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

The most common types were tree works (117), full planning applications (84), outline applications (12). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

11 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 10 were dismissed (9% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Roehampton?
In the last 24 months, 584 planning applications were submitted near Roehampton. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Roehampton?
The average planning decision time near Roehampton is 74 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 Roehampton?
The planning approval rate near Roehampton is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Roehampton?
The most common type of planning application near Roehampton is tree works applications, with 117 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Roehampton?
You can search and track planning applications near Roehampton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.