Planning permission in Waltham Forest

We don't yet have enough recent decisions in Waltham Forest to show a reliable approval rate. The figures below cover all application types on record.

Outcome data is limited for Waltham Forest: only 6 of 1,720 applications on record have a decision we can read, so we do not show an approval rate. Based on Waltham Forest's public planning register. Data last updated: 13 May 2026.

1,720Total applications
6Decided
Not shownCoverage below 50%
3 Approved+3 Refused+0 Withdrawn+0 Pending+1,714 Outcome not determined=1,720 Total
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By Development Category

All applications on record, not only the last 12 months.

Category coverage for Waltham Forest is currently limited. We're expanding our analysis as more data becomes available.
CategoryDecidedApprovedRefusedApproval rate
Larger extensions (householder prior approval) 5 2 3 sample too small
Other* 1 1 0 mixed types

* Other combines smaller categories: Home extensions and alterations (householder) (1).

Quarterly Trend

The most recent three years. Earlier decisions are included in the totals above but not in this chart.

QuarterDecidedApprovedApproval rate
No trend data available
By Ward

All wards, across all years.

WardDecidedApprovedRefusedApproval rate
Forest 1 0 1 sample too small
Hatch Lane & Highams Park North 1 1 0 sample too small
Markhouse 1 1 0 sample too small
Lea Bridge 1 0 1 sample too small
Cathall 1 0 1 sample too small
Grove Green 1 1 0 sample too small
Frequently asked questions
Do I need planning permission in Waltham Forest?
It depends on the project and the property. Many home projects fall under permitted development rights, but constraints such as conservation areas, listed buildings and Article 4 directions change what needs permission at a specific address. See our guides to permitted development rights and Article 4 directions.
Do I need a planning consultant in Waltham Forest?
Many home projects do not need one. A straightforward extension on an unconstrained property is often handled directly with the council, or with an architect or agent preparing the drawings. A consultant is more likely to earn their fee where the site is constrained, the council has refused similar schemes, or an appeal is in prospect. Understanding your property's constraints and the council's recent decisions first makes any conversation with a professional a better-informed one.
Planning guides

Not sure what you can build without planning permission? See our guides to permitted development rights, Article 4 directions and planning costs.

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