Planning Applications in
Wandsworth
Wandsworth has a population of approximately 330,000 and is part of the London region. Search any postcode in Wandsworth to see recent planning applications near you — including extensions, new builds, demolitions, and change of use applications.
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Planning Application Types in Wandsworth
Based on 3113 applications tracked between 2026-04-29 and 2026-09-10.
Householder
32% of all applications
Full
26% of all applications
Tree Works
19% of all applications
Conditions
14% of all applications
Change of Use
2% of all applications
Demolition
2% of all applications
Wandsworth Planning Statistics
Data period: 2026-04-29 to 2026-09-10 · Updated 2 October 2026
What PlanWatch Is Tracking in Wandsworth
PlanWatch currently holds 3,113 Wandsworth planning records across 1,606 unique postcode locations, with tracked application dates from 2026-04-29 to 2026-09-10. The most common categories in this dataset are Householder (1,009), Full (798), Tree Works (591).
Use this page to start with a postcode search, then open the official council record for the decision notice, drawings, consultation deadline and any later conditions. That matters because a short application description rarely shows the details neighbours and buyers care about: side windows, roof forms, access, drainage, tree works, opening hours or amended plans.
Planning Battles in Wandsworth
Notable planning controversies and disputes that have shaped development in the Wandsworth area.
Battersea Bridge Tower (One Battersea Bridge) Rejection
2025A 28-29 storey residential tower designed by Terry Farrell was unanimously rejected by Wandsworth's Planning Committee in April 2025. Nearly 2,000 objections cited excessive height and scale in an area dominated by low-rise buildings. Officers had recommended refusal citing harm to heritage views and the Thames riverside setting.
Why this matters: Residents who tracked this application could join the 2,000+ objectors and see the detailed heritage impact assessments that led to refusal
Springfield Hospital Development Overruled by Deputy Mayor
2024Wandsworth refused permission for 449 homes at the former Springfield Hospital site in Tooting, citing density and infrastructure concerns. However, London's Deputy Mayor Jules Pipe overruled the council in October 2024 and granted approval, citing London's housing targets.
Why this matters: This shows how borough decisions can be overturned at mayoral level - signing up for planning alerts could have helped residents engage with the mayor's decision
Innes Gardens Affordable Housing Approval
2025Despite opposition, Wandsworth approved demolition of existing structures for two 5-6 storey buildings with 29 affordable homes. The project drew criticism for impact on green space in a residential area.
Why this matters: Even affordable housing developments can face community concerns about scale and environmental impact
Major Developments to Watch in Wandsworth
Large-scale projects and developments that are shaping the future of Wandsworth.
Ram Street Boutique Hotel
2025Councillors approved converting a community building in Wandsworth Town into a boutique hotel despite protests over loss of local facilities
Large Student Accommodation Appeal
2025An appeal for around 750 student bedrooms was upheld by the Planning Inspectorate, prioritizing strategic city-wide need over local objections
What Makes Planning in Wandsworth Different
- High number of conservation areas (44) - one of the highest in London
- Strict height limits in most areas but tension with mayoral density targets
- Post-2024 shift from Conservative to Labour control affecting planning politics
Wandsworth processes ~3,000 planning applications per year with approximately 78% approval rate. Known for resisting tall buildings but increasingly conflicted with London's housing targets
Key Areas in Wandsworth
Average house price £750k-£800k, one of London's most sought-after boroughs with strong transport links
Recent Planning Applications in Wandsworth
Latest applications submitted to Wandsworth council.
Alterations including erection of hip to gable side extension and mansard roof extension to main rear roof; erection of extension above part of two-storey rear addition and formation of a rroof terrace with obscure glass surround.
121 A Leverson Street SW16 6DF
Alterations including erection of part single, part three storey rear extension and erection of a hip to gable extension and mansard extension to main rear roof slope.
2 Atherton Street SW11 2JE
Variation of condition 2 (in accordance with approved drawings) of planning permission dated 21/04/2026 ref. 2026/0378 (Variation of condition 2 (in accordance with approved drawings) pursuant to planning permission dated 24/06/2024 ref 2024/0679 as varied by permission dated 04.07.2025 ref. 2025/0795 (Demolition of existing building and erection of a four-storey building to provide 1 x 3-bedroom and 2 x 2-bedroom flats, with side balconies at first floor and third floor, and rear roof terrace and external plant equipment at second floor level, with associated cycle and refuse storage including use of the ground floor as a restaurant (Class E(b)), to allow minor alterations to party wall positions; ground floor lowered to create level shopfront entrance, ground floor level at rear raised internally; minor alterations to internal layouts of flats; amendments to flat 2 roof and solar PV added on roof. Changes to fenestration. Addition of ASHP to roof shown. Changes to buildings materials. Ground floor commercial unit to include all other Class E uses (Commercial, business and service).) to allow: Alterations to proposed window sizes to Northcote Road and Bennerley Road across 1st and 2nd floor levels; Removal of plant enclosure to 2nd floor terrace area and repositioning of 1.7m obscure glazed terrace screening; Increase in party wall parapet height at the junction with no. 76 Northcote Road to align with the existing parapet height between 76 and 74 Northcote Road; Relocation of the proposed AOV from the 2nd to 3rd floor level on the West elevation; Update to signage band detailing to include a pressed metal flashing along top and bottom junctions, aligning with other proposed metalwork finishes across all elevations.
78 Northcote Road SW11 6QL
Variation of conditions 2 (in accordance with approved drawings) and 17 (ASHP) of planning permission dated 21/04/2026 ref. 2026/0378 (Variation of condition 2 (in accordance with approved drawings) pursuant to planning permission dated 24/06/2024 ref 2024/0679 as varied by permission dated 04.07.2025 ref.2025/0795 (Demolition of existing building and erection of a four-storey building to provide 1 x 3-bedroom and 2 x 2-bedroom flats, with side balconies at first floor and third floor, and rear roof terrace and external plant equipment at second floor level, with associated cycle and refuse storage including use of the ground floor as a restaurant (Class E(b)), to allow minor alterations to party wall positions; ground floor lowered to create level shopfront entrance, ground floor level at rear raised internally; minor alterations to internal layouts of flats; amendments to flat 2 roof and solar PV added on roof. Changes to fenestration. Addition of ASHP to roof shown. Changes to buildings materials. Ground floor commercial unit to include all other Class E uses (Commercial, business and service).) to allow relocation of ASHP units to roof from residential balconies; Introduction of access and maintenance fall protection to rooftop; use of atternative noise criteria for ASHPs.
78 Northcote Road SW11 6QL
Formation of a roof terrace above existing flat roof at first floor level with a new glazed UPVC access door. Erection of an opaque glass balustrade 1.7m high..
First Floor Flat 1 543 Battersea Park Road SW11 3BL
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- Planning application data: planning.data.gov.uk
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- Planning Inspectorate (PINS) appeal decisions
- Data last refreshed: 2 October 2026
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