Soho, Westminster - Greater London Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Soho, Westminster - Greater London.
Westminster - Greater London · England · settlement
Planning applications in Soho are administered by City Of Westminster. View the full City Of Westminster planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Soho
Soho, located in the City of Westminster in London's West End, has evolved from an aristocratic enclave into a vibrant entertainment hub since the 19th century. Known for its lively atmosphere and cultural diversity, Soho is a key area for planning applications related to hospitality, nightlife, and creative industries, making it a focal point for urban development in the capital.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Westminster
- Parliamentary constituency: Cities of London and Westminster
- LSOA: Westminster 013B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Soho.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Soho.
- 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 Soho based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
599 planning applications found near Soho.
- 2026/2738/A - Unit 6A 6-17 Tottenham Court Road London W1T 1AZ
Display of 5 x non-illuminated vinyl graphics applied to inside face of glazing.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertisement Consent | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-07-10 - 2026/2809/A - Whittington House 19-30 Alfred Place London WC1E 7EA
Temporary display until 1st November 2027 of non-illuminated hoardings comprising 6no. panels arranged across 2no. elevations (3no. panels each) fronting Alfred Place.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertisement Consent | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-07-10 - - Unit 6A 6-17 Tottenham Court Road London W1T 1AZ
Display of 5 x non-illuminated vinyl graphics applied to inside face of glazing.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-07-10
View full details - 26/04585/ADV · Received: Thu 09 Jul 2026 · Validated: Thu 09 Jul 2026 - 159 Oxford Street London W1D 2JL
Temporary display of one externally illuminated static inset advertisement banner measuring 6m high by 6m wide, set within a wider scaffold shroud.
Status: Undecided | Council: Westminster | Date: 2026-07-09 - 2026/0784/P - 67 Charlotte Street London W1T 4PH
Details of odour abatement equipment required by condition 6 of planning permission (Ref: 2022/3904/P) dated 12/02/2024 for Installation of 3 air conditioning units on the roof of the rear extension a
Status: Undecided | Type: Approval of Details | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-07-09 - - 67 Charlotte Street London W1T 4PH
Details of odour abatement equipment required by condition 6 of planning permission (Ref: 2022/3904/P) dated 12/02/2024 for Installation of 3 air conditioning units on the roof of the rear extension a
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-07-09
View full details - 2026/2793/L - 32 Bloomsbury Street London WC1B 3QJ
Details pursuant of Condition 4 (detail drawings and material specifications) of Listed Building Consent 2025/5509/L, granted 8 May 2026 for ‘Refurbishment works including internal alterations at all
Status: Undecided | Type: Approval of Details (Listed Building) | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-07-08 - - Whittington House 19-30 Alfred Place London WC1E 7EA
Temporary display until 1st November 2027 of non-illuminated hoardings comprising 6no. panels arranged across 2no. elevations (3no. panels each) fronting Alfred Place.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-07-06
View full details - 2026/2770/P - 17 Colville Place London W1T 2BN
Details required by condition 4 (windows and doors) of planning permission ref: 2025/0223/P dated 19/01/2026 for excavation of lightwell and alterations to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Type: Approval of Details | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-07-06 - 2026/2786/P - 94-97 Great Russell Street London WC1B 3LB
Replacement of escape stair gates and installation of railing heads on existing railings.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Planning Permission | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-07-06 - 2026/2658/P - 69 Gower Street London Camden WC1E 6HJ
Discharge of condition 5 (samples and materials) of 2024/3915/P (Replacement of non-historic windows, external facade cleaning, replacement of the roof covering and associated repairs, the reinstateme
Status: Undecided | Type: Approval of Details | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-07-06 - 2026/2719/L - Centre Point House 15A St Giles High Street London WC2H 8AP
Replacement of roof covering.
Status: Undecided | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-07-06 - 2026/2649/L - 69 Gower Street London Camden WC1E 6HJ
Discharge of condition 5 (samples and materials) of 2024/3915/P (Replacement of non-historic windows, external facade cleaning, replacement of the roof covering and associated repairs, the reinstateme
Status: Undecided | Type: Approval of Details (Listed Building) | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-07-06 - 2026/2546/L - Heal's Building 196 Tottenham Court Road London W1T 7LQ
Installation of two condenser units and associated supply and extract grilles within an existing rooftop service area at first floor roof level
Status: Undecided | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-07-03 - 2026/2470/P - Heal's Building 196 Tottenham Court Road London W1T 7LQ
Installation of two condenser units and associated supply and extract grilles within an existing rooftop service area at first floor roof level
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Planning Permission | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-07-03 - 2026/2394/L - 104 Great Russell Street London Camden WC1B 3LA
Proposed internal party wall opening between No.103 and 104 in basement area
Status: Undecided | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-07-03 - - 32 Bloomsbury Street London WC1B 3QJ
Details pursuant of Condition 4 (detail drawings and material specifications) of Listed Building Consent 2025/5509/L, granted 8 May 2026 for ‘Refurbishment works including internal alterations at all
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-07-03
View full details - - 104 Great Russell Street London Camden WC1B 3LA
Proposed internal party wall opening between No.103 and 104 in basement area
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-07-03
View full details - - 17 Colville Place London W1T 2BN
Details required by condition 4 (windows and doors) of planning permission ref: 2025/0223/P dated 19/01/2026 for excavation of lightwell and alterations to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-07-02
View full details - - 94-97 Great Russell Street London WC1B 3LB
Replacement of escape stair gates and installation of railing heads on existing railings.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-07-02
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A brief summary of Soho in Westminster - Greater London
Soho, located in the City of Westminster in London's West End, has evolved from an aristocratic enclave into a vibrant entertainment hub since the 19th century. Known for its lively atmosphere and cultural diversity, Soho is a key area for planning applications related to hospitality, nightlife, and creative industries, making it a focal point for urban development in the capital.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Soho a particularly low-crime area.
Soho has 31 conservation areas within its boundaries: Hanway Street, Leicester Square, Charlotte Street, Covent Garden, Fitzroy Square, Trafalgar Square, King's Cross and St Pancras, South Bank, Charlotte Street, West, Royal Parks, Bloomsbury, Soho, No data available for publication by HE, Harley Street, Regent's Park, St James's, Mayfair, Whitehall, Strand, Haymarket, Cleveland Street, Regent Street, Stratford Place, Adelphi, East Marylebone, Savoy, Kingsway, Chinatown, Seven Dials (Covent Garden), Denmark Street, Camden Town. 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, Soho 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 Soho
In the last 24 months, 1,493 planning applications were submitted near Soho. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Soho may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Soho were full planning applications (293), discharge of conditions (266), listed building and heritage (251). Full planning applications account for 20% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 5 large-scale (major) developments, 11 medium-scale applications, 1,105 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.
3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 247 applications
- Refused: 9 applications
- Withdrawn: 9 applications
- Awaiting decision: 1,221 applications
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