South Woodford, Redbridge - Greater London Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near South Woodford, Redbridge - Greater London.
Redbridge - Greater London · England · settlement
Planning applications in South Woodford are administered by London Borough Of Redbridge. View the full London Borough Of Redbridge planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About South Woodford
South Woodford is a vibrant area in East London, situated within the London Borough of Redbridge. Located 8.9 miles northeast of Charing Cross, it borders Woodford Green to the north, Walthamstow to the west, and Snaresbrook and Wanstead to the south, with the scenic Epping Forest nearby to the west. This geographical context is essential for anyone researching planning applications in the area, as it influences local development and community dynamics.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Redbridge
- Parliamentary constituency: Leyton and Wanstead
- LSOA: Redbridge 009A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near South Woodford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near South Woodford.
- 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 South Woodford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
74 planning applications found near South Woodford.
- 1754/26 - 28, Rose Avenue, South Woodford, London, E18 1JR
Single storey rear extension (summary)
Status: Undecided | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-07-04 - - 28, Rose Avenue, South Woodford, London, E18 1JR
Single storey rear extension (summary)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-07-03
View full details - 0716/26 - DEVELOPMENT AT 71 GEORGE LANE IN, STATION PASSAGE, SOUTH WOODFORD, LONDON
Demolish existing rear structure. Construct a new building with two (one x 1-bed
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Planning Permission | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-07-02 - - 176, Sainsbury's, George Lane, London, E18 1AY
Installation of 348 photovoltaic solar panels to the flat roof using a ballast mounted system including associated mounting equipment. (Summary).
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-06-29
View full details - 1697/26 - 176, Sainsbury's, George Lane, London, E18 1AY
Installation of 348 photovoltaic solar panels to the flat roof using a ballast m
Status: Undecided | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-06-29 - - 33, Grove Hill, South Woodford, London, E18 2JB
Replace existing conservatory roof with a solid roof. (Summary)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-06-26
View full details - 1533/26 - 55 - 59, Cleveland Road, South Woodford, London
TPO 23/73 - T12 (Sycamore) - fell as low as possible and replace. (Summary).
Status: Undecided | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-06-15 - 1265/26 - 28, Bedford Road, SOUTH WOODFORD, London, E18 2AQ
07/72 T1 (Swamp cypress) -selective crown reduction removing a maximum of 2m fro
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to TPO Tree(s) | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-06-10 - 1281/26 - DEVELOPMENT AT 11, MALFORD GROVE, SOUTH WOODFORD, LONDON
Demolish bungalow. Erection of two (two x 4-bed) semi-detached dwellings with as
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Planning Permission | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-06-05 - 1476/26 - 16, Fieldhouse Close, South Woodford, London, E18 2RJ
TPO 08/51 - T1 (Common Ash) - fell to ground level and replace. (Summary).
Status: Undecided | Type: Works to TPO Tree(s) | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-06-03 - - 16, Fieldhouse Close, South Woodford, London, E18 2RJ
TPO 08/51 - T1 (Common Ash) - fell to ground level and replace. (Summary).
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-06-03
View full details - 1414/26 - 78, Gordon Road, South Woodford, London, E18 1DR
TPO 93/14 - T1 (Pear) - Fell. T2 (Acer) - Reduce height by up to 2.5m and later
Status: Undecided | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-06-03 - 1320/26 - 1, Beechcroft Road, South Woodford, London, E18 1LA
Remove chimney. Side dormer extension to existing loft conversion incorporating
Status: Undecided | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-05-27 - 1307/26 - 1, Beechcroft Road, South Woodford, London, E18 1LA
Single storey rear / side extension. (Summary).
Status: Undecided | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-05-27 - 1233/26 - 2, Fairview Gardens, Woodford Green, IG8 7DJ
Single storey rear extension. Loft conversion with a rear dormer. Hip to gable r
Status: Undecided | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-05-21 - 1286/26 - 2 VIOLET ROAD SOUTH WOODFORD LONDON E18 1DG
Change of use from a single dwelling house into a small HMO for up to 6 people.
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-05-14 - 1278/26 - 7, Wynndale Road, South Woodford, London, E18 1DY
Single storey rear extension with a depth of 4.00 metres, highest point of 3.52
Status: Undecided | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-05-13 - - 2, Fairview Gardens, Woodford Green, IG8 7DJ
Single storey rear extension. Loft conversion with a rear dormer. Hip to gable roof alterations. New window to gable end. Two front roof lights. (Summary).
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-05-08
View full details - - 30, ROKEBY GARDENS, WOODFORD GREEN, IG8 9HT
Conversion of garage into habitable room. Single storey rear/side extension. (summary)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-05-08
View full details - 1076/26 - Land Associated with and Adjoining 1 Walpole Road and Forest House, 2-6 Carnarvon Road, South Woodford
Alterations to existing roof terrace to increase height of parapet walls. (summ
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Planning Permission | Council: Redbridge | Date: 2026-05-07
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A brief summary of South Woodford in Redbridge - Greater London
South Woodford is a vibrant area in East London, situated within the London Borough of Redbridge. Located 8.9 miles northeast of Charing Cross, it borders Woodford Green to the north, Walthamstow to the west, and Snaresbrook and Wanstead to the south, with the scenic Epping Forest nearby to the west. This geographical context is essential for anyone researching planning applications in the area, as it influences local development and community dynamics.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes South Woodford a particularly low-crime area.
South Woodford has 7 conservation areas within its boundaries: Forest School, George Lane, Snaresbrook, South Woodford, Woodford Broadway, Wanstead Grove, Woodford Green. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around South Woodford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Epping Forest SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 4 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Epping Forest. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, South Woodford 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 South Woodford
In the last 24 months, 229 planning applications were submitted near South Woodford. Of these, 58% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near South Woodford.
The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near South Woodford were full planning applications (74), outline applications (74), tree works (14). Full planning applications account for 32% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 7 medium-scale applications, 175 smaller schemes were submitted.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 38 applications
- Refused: 23 applications
- Withdrawn: 4 applications
- Awaiting decision: 163 applications
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.