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Planning in Silvertown

Approved
95%
279 of 287 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

Decided by London Borough of NewhamCouncil page

Around Silvertown

Postcode districts

E16 409 applications in the last 12 monthsSE7 161 applications in the last 12 monthsSE18 661 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Newham

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About Silvertown

Silvertown, situated in the London Borough of Newham, is a vibrant district in east London, located on the north bank of the River Thames. Historically part of the parishes of West Ham and East Ham, it has been incorporated into Newham since 1965. As part of the E16 postcode district, which also includes Canning Town and Custom House, Silvertown is an area of interest for those researching planning applications and development opportunities in Greater London.

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

The area around Silvertown has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Silvertown 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 Silvertown, 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, 333 planning applications were submitted near Silvertown. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (79), full planning applications (15), advertising consent (14).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Silvertown?
In the last 24 months, 333 planning applications were submitted near Silvertown. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Silvertown?
The average planning decision time near Silvertown is 56 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 Silvertown?
The planning approval rate near Silvertown is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Silvertown?
The most common type of planning application near Silvertown is discharge of conditions, with 79 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Silvertown?
You can search and track planning applications near Silvertown on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.