Walthamstow, Waltham Forest - Greater London Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Walthamstow, Waltham Forest - Greater London.
Waltham Forest - Greater London · England · Town
Planning applications in Walthamstow are administered by London Borough Of Waltham Forest. View the full London Borough Of Waltham Forest planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Walthamstow
Walthamstow, located in the London Borough of Waltham Forest, is a vibrant town in east London, approximately 7.5 miles northeast of Central London. It shares borders with Chingford to the north, Snaresbrook and South Woodford to the east, Leyton and Leytonstone to the south, and Tottenham to the west. With a population of around 109,424 recorded in the 2011 census, Walthamstow is a dynamic area ideal for planning applications, reflecting its diverse community and strategic location.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Waltham Forest
- Parliamentary constituency: Walthamstow
- LSOA: Waltham Forest 012C
Crime Statistics
883 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 218
- anti-social-behaviour: 167
- theft-from-the-person: 63
- other-theft: 60
- public-order: 57
- criminal-damage-arson: 56
- vehicle-crime: 56
- burglary: 55
- shoplifting: 52
- drugs: 44
- robbery: 27
- other-crime: 14
- bicycle-theft: 8
- possession-of-weapons: 6
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Walthamstow.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Walthamstow.
- 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 Walthamstow based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
79 planning applications found near Walthamstow.
- - Public space to West of, Flagstaff Road, Colchester
Application for Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 7 of approved appliation 260337
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Colchester | Date: 2026-05-28
View full details - - 151 - 153 Hoe Street, Walthamstow, London, E17 3AL
Submission of details pursuant to condition 8 (cycle storage), condition 12 (materials) and condition 13 (means of enclosure) attached to planning permission reference 213443, granted 08/12/2023.
Type: Conditions | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-05-21
View full details - - 70 Diana Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 5LF
Front garden: SG1 - Privet Fell as close as possible to ground level H1 - Privet Crown reduce 2m and tidy sides. Rear garden: T1 - Approx. H16 S6 45DBH Sycamore Fell as close as possible to ground lev
Type: Trees | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-05-21
View full details - - 5 Howard Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 4SH
Construction of a single storey rear infill extension, together with installation of a side door, replacement rear windows and door at ground floor level.
Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - - VESTRY HOUSE MUSEUM, 2 Vestry Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 9NH
Submission of details pursuant to condition 6 (window specification) and condition 7 (method statement) attached to planning permission reference 240862, granted 22/07/2024.
Type: Conditions | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - - 40 Aubrey Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 4SL
Variation of condition 2 (Approved plans) attached to planning application reference 223356 granted 31/1/2023 to allow for a change to the detailed roof form and associated solar panel arrangement.
Type: Conditions | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - 43 Stainforth Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 9RB
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Construction of dormer roof extension to main rear roof and rear extension above two storey rear outrigger, together with installation of three roof-lights
Type: Outline | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - 43 Stainforth Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 9RB
Construction of a single storey wraparound rear and side extension.
Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - Badgerwood West Road Wokingham
Consultation from Bracknell Forest Council for the following proposal of change of use of land for the siting and residential occupation of 23no. park homes.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2026-04-24
View full details - - 45 Hurst Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 3BL
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Construction of a single storey rear extension.
Type: Outline | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - 207 - 209 High Street, Walthamstow, London, E17 7BH
Installation of 1 x internally illuminated projecting hanging sign, 2 x externally illuminated fascia signs and application of vinyl to section of glazing on front (south) elevation.
Type: Advertising | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-04-17
View full details - - First Floor Flat, 23 Melville Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 6QS
Construction of a rear dormer extension to main roof and roof extension above two storey rear outrigger, together with installation of two roof-lights to front roof slope.
Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 8 Howard Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 4SJ
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Construction of a mansard roof extension to main rear roof, and roof extension above two storey outrigger, with installation of two roof lights to front roo
Type: Outline | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-04-08
View full details - - 53 Badlis Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 5LG
Construction of a rear dormer roof extension together with installation of two roof-lights at front roof.
Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - 66 Milton Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 4SR
Construction of a single storey outbuilding within the rear garden.
Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - 77 Kenilworth Avenue, Walthamstow, London, E17 4PD
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Construction of dormer roof extension to main rear roof and extension above two storey rear outrigger together with installation of three roof-lights to fr
Type: Outline | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 6, CROFT HOUSE, 2 St Mary Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 9RG
Replacement of three Crittall windows with three Crittall windows to second floor front elevation.
Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - 684 Forest Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 3ED
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Construction of dormer roof extension to main rear roof and extension above two storey rear outrigger together with installation of two roof-lights to front
Type: Outline | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - Aston Grange, 484 Forest Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 4NZ
Submission of details pursuant to condition 15 (Water Efficiency) attached to planning permission reference 230623, granted 02/07/2024.
Type: Conditions | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - 817 - 823 Forest Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 0DN
Submission of details pursuant to condition 22 (BREEAM Pre-Assessment) attached to S73 planning permission reference 253036 , granted 23-03-2026.
Type: Conditions | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2026-03-25
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A brief summary of Walthamstow in Waltham Forest - Greater London
Walthamstow, located in the London Borough of Waltham Forest, is a vibrant town in east London, approximately 7.5 miles northeast of Central London. It shares borders with Chingford to the north, Snaresbrook and South Woodford to the east, Leyton and Leytonstone to the south, and Tottenham to the west. With a population of around 109,424 recorded in the 2011 census, Walthamstow is a dynamic area ideal for planning applications, reflecting its diverse community and strategic location.
The Walthamstow area recorded 883 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.
Walthamstow has 5 conservation areas within its boundaries: Lloyd Park, Bakers Arms, St Mary's Church (Walthamstow Village), Walthamstow St James, Orford Road. 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, Walthamstow 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 Walthamstow
In the last 24 months, 184 planning applications were submitted near Walthamstow. Of these, 57% were approved, with an average decision time of 23 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 Walthamstow.
The average decision time of 23 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Walthamstow were full planning applications (78), outline applications (42), discharge of conditions (40). Full planning applications account for 42% 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, 2 medium-scale applications, 17 smaller schemes were submitted.
4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 24 applications
- Refused: 16 applications
- Withdrawn: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 142 applications
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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.