Upper Sydenham, Lewisham - Greater London Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Upper Sydenham, Lewisham - Greater London.
Lewisham - Greater London · England · settlement
About Upper Sydenham
Upper Sydenham, located in south-east London, is a vibrant district straddling the boroughs of Lewisham, Bromley, and Southwark. Once an affluent area known for the relocation of the Crystal Palace in 1854, it now boasts a diverse population of 28,378. The district's proximity to Forest Hill, Dulwich, and Crystal Palace makes it a key area for planning applications, reflecting its ongoing development and community needs.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Bromley
- Parliamentary constituency: Beckenham and Penge
- LSOA: Bromley 004D
Crime Statistics
470 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 150
- anti-social-behaviour: 119
- other-theft: 41
- vehicle-crime: 35
- criminal-damage-arson: 32
- public-order: 25
- drugs: 15
- burglary: 14
- shoplifting: 14
- robbery: 10
- possession-of-weapons: 9
- bicycle-theft: 2
- theft-from-the-person: 2
- other-crime: 2
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Upper Sydenham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Upper Sydenham.
- 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 Upper Sydenham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
308 planning applications found near Upper Sydenham.
- - 57 CRYSTAL PALACE PARK ROAD, SYDENHAM, LONDON, SE26 6UT
Oak tree in rear garden - Reduce branches sufficiently to prevent the tree making contact with the building and chimney in strong winds by up to 3m.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-05-11
View full details - - SYDENHAM HIGH SENIOR SCHOOL, 19 WESTWOOD HILL, LONDON, SE26 6BL
Details submitted pursuant to Condition 4(c)-Land Contamination of planning permission DC/24/135436 dated 13th January 2025 at Sydenham High Senior School, 19 Westwood Hill SE26.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - SYDENHAM HIGH JUNIOR SCHOOL, 15 WESTWOOD HILL, LONDON, SE26 6BL
Details submitted pursuant to Condition (5) (Part B ) 'BREEAM' of planning permission (DC/24/135436) dated 13 January 2025 at SYDENHAM HIGH JUNIOR SCHOOL, 15 WESTWOOD HILL, SE26.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - CHURCHLEY VILLAS, WELLS PARK ROAD, LONDON, SE26 6JQ
FRONT: ONE Lime (T6325)(ht.14m) RE-POLLARD HEIGHT by approx.4m to approx.ht.10m to historic points, REDUCE LATERAL SPREAD to approx.r.2m all aspects. Reason: historic pollard, repeat maintenance. FRON
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - 6 JEWS WALK, LONDON, SE26 6PL
FRONT: ONE: Conifer tree (T1) HEIGHT 12m CROWN LIFT 4m to ground level. REASON: Situated along the front wall has grown a canopy make the tree overgrown, non residents gather under. Low growing over f
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - PAVEMENT OPPOSITE, AMBERLEY GROVE STREETWORKS, 14-16 AMBERLEY GROVE, LONDON, SE26 6BP
REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF 15M PHASE 9 POLE WITH 15M PHASE 8 POLE AND WRAPAROUND CABINET, ANCILLARY WORKS
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Telecoms | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-01-28
View full details - - GARAGES ON THE LAND AT THE SIDE OF LAWRIE PARK GARDENS, LONDON, SE26 6HL
Application for Permission in Principle under Article 5D of the Town and Country Planning (Permission in Principle) Order 2017 (as amended) for the demolition of the existing garages and the construct
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - SYDENHAM HIGH SENIOR SCHOOL, 19 WESTWOOD HILL, LONDON, SE26 6BL
Details submitted pursuant to Condition 9(b)(ii)&(iii)-Materials and Design Quality of planning permission DC/24/135436 dated 13th January 2025 at Sydenham High Senior School, 19 Westwood Hill SE26.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-01-06
View full details - - 1 WESTWOOD PLACE, WESTWOOD HILL, LONDON, SE26 6PF
FRONT:ONE Sycamore (T1)(ht.18m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 3m to 18m from 15m. Reason: Routine maintenance. REAR:ONE Birch(T2)(ht.6m)LATERAL REDUCTION by 1.5m from 6m to4.5m to previous reduction points.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - 1B LAWRIE PARK AVENUE, LONDON, SE26 6HA
Removal of garden shed and the construction of a single storey, detached outbuilding with outdoor BBQ area and pergola at 1B Lawrie Park Avenue, SE26
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2025-12-16
View full details - - 2 SYDENHAM HILL, LONDON, SE26 6SJ
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) submitted under Section 192 of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) Class C2 of Schedule 2, Part 1, of the Town and Country Pla
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2025-11-18
View full details - - 14 LONGTON GROVE, LONDON, SE26 6QE
Installation of replacement of double glazed timber sliding sash and casement style windows in the front and side elevations, together with double glazed white Rehau Heritage Style UPVCu sliding sash
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2025-11-05
View full details - - SYDENHAM HIGH SENIOR SCHOOL, 19 WESTWOOD HILL, LONDON, SE26 6BL
Details submitted pursuant to Condition 24-PV Panels of planning permission DC/24/135436 dated 13th January 2025 at Sydenham High Senior School, 19 Westwood Hill SE26.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2025-10-27
View full details - - THE GROVE CENTRE CHURCH, JEWS WALK, LONDON, SE26 6PL
REAR: ONE HORNBEAM (T1) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 3m fom 13m to 10m, REDUCE RADIUS by 3m from 8m to 5m on all compass points (canopy spread from 16m to 10m). Informative A: The sensitive management of th
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2025-09-29
View full details - - SYDENHAM HIGH SENIOR SCHOOL, 19 WESTWOOD HILL, LONDON, SE26 6BL
Details submitted pursuant to Condition 9(a) & (b)(i)-Materials and Design Quality of planning permission DC/24/135436 dated 13th January 2025 at Sydenham High Senior School, 19 Westwood Hill SE26.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2025-09-23
View full details - - SYDENHAM HIGH SENIOR SCHOOL, 19 WESTWOOD HILL, LONDON, SE26 6BL
Details submitted pursuant to Condition 6-Architectural Details of planning permission DC/24/135436 dated 13th January 2025 at Sydenham High Senior School, 19 Westwood Hill SE26.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2025-09-22
View full details - - 4 HEVINGHAM VIEW, SYDENHAM, LONDON, SE26 6AU
Ash tree in rear garden - Reduce the crown by up to 4m, cutting back approximately to where previously done. Thin by 10% and lift the lower canopy to 3m. SUBJECT TO TPO 1992 (29.4.2004)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bromley | Date: 2025-09-18
View full details - - 4 LONGTON AVENUE, LONDON, SE26 6QJ
Replacement of existing single-glazed timber windows and doors at the front, side, and rear, for double-glazed timber windows at front and side, double-glazed uPVC windows at rear, double-glazed timbe
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2025-09-05
View full details - - SYDENHAM HIGH SENIOR SCHOOL, 19 WESTWOOD HILL, LONDON, SE26 6BL
Details submitted pursuant to Condition 10(a)-Cycle Parking, Condition 16(a)-External Lighting and Condition 20(a)-Air Source Heat Pumps of planning permission DC/24/135436 dated 13th January 2025 at
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2025-08-04
View full details - - RAGWORT COURT, 14 LAWRIE PARK GARDENS, LONDON, SE26 6HX
FRONT: ONE Yew (T1)(ht.11m) LATERAL REDUCTION by 1m from 5m to 4m . Reason: clearance from building The London Borough of Lewisham, 10 and 14 Lawrie Park Gardens, SE26 6HW. Tree Preservation Order 197
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Lewisham | Date: 2025-07-23
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A brief summary of Upper Sydenham in Lewisham - Greater London
Upper Sydenham, located in south-east London, is a vibrant district straddling the boroughs of Lewisham, Bromley, and Southwark. Once an affluent area known for the relocation of the Crystal Palace in 1854, it now boasts a diverse population of 28,378. The district's proximity to Forest Hill, Dulwich, and Crystal Palace makes it a key area for planning applications, reflecting its ongoing development and community needs.
The Upper Sydenham area recorded 470 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.
Upper Sydenham has 10 conservation areas within its boundaries: Penge High Street, Upper Norwood Triangle, No data available for publication by HE, Dulwich Wood, Crystal Palace Park, Gipsy Hill, Westow Hill, Church Road, Upper Norwood, Belvedere Road, Anerley, Dulwich Village. 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 Upper Sydenham includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Upper Sydenham
In the last 24 months, 349 planning applications were submitted near Upper Sydenham. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Upper Sydenham maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
At 57 days on average, decisions near Upper Sydenham slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Upper Sydenham were tree works (129), full planning applications (104), discharge of conditions (44). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 2 medium-scale applications, 341 smaller schemes were submitted.
9 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 6 were dismissed (33% success rate).
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 249 applications
- Refused: 20 applications
- Withdrawn: 20 applications
- Awaiting decision: 60 applications
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Penge planning applications
- Dulwich planning applications
- Lower Sydenham planning applications
- Anerley planning applications
- Dulwich Village planning applications
- Upper Norwood planning applications
- Forest Hill planning applications
- East Dulwich planning applications
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.