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Planning in Rotherhithe

Approved
94%
449 of 460 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Rotherhithe

Postcode districts

SE16 329 applications in the last 12 monthsE1W 87 applications in the last 12 monthsSE8 177 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Southwark

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About Rotherhithe

Rotherhithe is a vibrant district in South London, situated within the London Borough of Southwark. Located on the south bank of the River Thames, it faces Wapping, Shadwell, and Limehouse across the water, while bordering Bermondsey to the west and Deptford to the southeast. As part of the Docklands area, Rotherhithe presents unique planning opportunities and considerations due to its rich maritime history and ongoing development.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Rotherhithe 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, Rotherhithe 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 Rotherhithe, 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, 614 planning applications were submitted near Rotherhithe. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (132), full planning applications (83), listed building and heritage (22). 20 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Rotherhithe?
In the last 24 months, 614 planning applications were submitted near Rotherhithe. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Rotherhithe?
The average planning decision time near Rotherhithe 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 Rotherhithe?
The planning approval rate near Rotherhithe is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Rotherhithe?
The most common type of planning application near Rotherhithe is discharge of conditions, with 132 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Rotherhithe?
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