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Planning AtlasLewishamForest Hill wardSE23 3UB
Postcode record · Lewisham

SE23 3UB.

SE23 3UB has 3 known premises and 11 planning records — 5 approved of 10 decided (50%). 1 EPC record.

LewishamForest HillSE23 3UB
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3
Premises
known addresses (UPRNs)
11
Applications
10 decided
50%
Approval rate
5 approved · 0 refused
38 days
Median decision time
average 63 days · 10 dated decisions
1
EPC records
ratings E 1
11
Mapped applications
inside the postcode shape
Postcode unit boundary from Ordnance Survey; premises and applications inside it. Aggregates describe the area, not any single premises.
Property

What is it?

SE23 3UB has 3 known premises and 11 planning records — 5 approved of 10 decided (50%). 1 EPC record.

Premises

Planning

What happened?

11 planning applications across the postcode; 5 approved of 10 decided (50%). Latest 11 shown.

Reference
Proposal · address
Type
Outcome
Date · distance
REAR: NINE Laurel (G9846)(ht.6m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 3m from 6m to 3m, REDUCE RADIUS by 2m from 5m to 3m on all compass point. Reason: boundary hedge management. REAR: ONE Laurel (G9846)(ht.6m) FELL. Reason: remove Laurel at end of hedge growing against the building (no.59), clearance to mitigate current and future encroachment. REAR: ONE Willow (G9846)(ht.6m) LATERAL REDUCE by 1.5m from 5m to 3.5m on W compass point. Reason: willow growing through laurel hedge, extending over L&Q property. FRONT: NINE Ash stems (G9848)(ht.9m) LATERAL REDUCE by 1m from 3m to 2m. Reason: reduce branch overhang to footpath and towards the house (no.59). Informative A: the sensitive management of the trees and vegetated gardens at no.59 is greatly appreciated for urban greening amenity, wildlife and environmental benefits. Informative B: please create habitat log piles with some arisings for wildlife and biodiversity.
59 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3UB · premises record
Trees in Conservation Areas
No objection
2025-02-25
FRONT: ONE Ash (T1)(ht.8m) FELL. Reason: unsustainable location within 3m of adjacent Upton Leaze, 63 London Road, a replacement native tree species will be planted in a more suitable location. REAR: ONE Ash (T3)(ht.10m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 2m from 10m to 8m, REDUCE RADIUS by 2m from 9m to 7m on all compass points. Reason: light issues with neighbouring Upton Leaze, to shape canopy, pruning to suitable points and maintaining natural aesthetic. REAR: TWO Sycamore (T2 & T4)(ht.15m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 3m from 15m to 12m, REDUCE RADIUS by 3m from 12m to 9m on all compass points. Reason: light issues with neighbouring Upton Leaze, to shape canopy, pruning to suitable points and maintaining natural aesthetic. REAR (Upton Leaze): ONE Holly (T5) (ht.7m) FELL. Reason: unsustainable location within 3m of 11 Highgate Walk, a replacement native tree species will be planted in a more suitable location. Informative A: the proposed planting of two replacement native trees is hugely welcomed to maintain the wooded amenity of the conservation area and the treed character of the garden; suggested species: field maple, wild cherry, sessile oak, whitebeam, small leaved lime, Wild Service tree. Informative B: reminder of the 7 replacement trees required in case history duty to plant 7 replacement trees: DC/20/117798 - 6 trees (wild cherry, sessile oak, field maple, small leaved lime) and DC/23/130662 - 1 hawthorn. Informative C: please create habitat log piles for wildlife and biodiversity with arisings.
59 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3UB · premises record
Trees in Conservation Areas
No objection
2023-10-10
REAR ONE Ash tree(T1)(ht. 16m) FELL to ground. Reason: Fell and treat stumps due to subsidence in property parallel to the trees, insurance report has condemned the trees and will not sign off liability until both trees are removed. ONE Sycamore tree(T4)(ht.16m) FELL to ground. Reason:Fell and treat stumps due to subsidence in property parallel to the trees, insurance report has condemned the trees and will not sign off liability until both trees are removed.
59 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3UB · premises record
Trees in Conservation Areas
Withdrawn
2023-06-05
REAR: ONE Hawthorn (T215 on plan)(approx.ht.10m) FELL and replace. Reason: twin stemmed from base, with included bark union, thick ivy stems, decayed leader at 2.5m, upper crown has poor vigour and dieback, proximity to adjacent property 11 Highgate Walk, branch has previously failed. Duty to replace applies - see informatives A,B and replacement planting and maintenance details below. Informative A: the agreed planting of a replacement hawthorn tree is hugely appreciated under the 'Duty to replace applies if a tree in a conservation area is removed because it is dead or presents a risk of serious harm': Tree Preservation Orders and trees in conservation areas, guidance, para 121. Informative B: if possible please retain as a standing monolith, or allow coppice regrowth from the hawthorn stump, as it may be a veteran tree for the species, retain cut timber on site to create habitat log piles, and lay cut branches horizontally between stakes as linear 'dead hedge' for wildlife and biodiversity. Planning consent for a rear extension to 11 Highgate Walk ref. DC/20/118311 ? application form states no trees need to be removed to carry out the proposal.
59 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3UB · premises record
Dead & Hazardous Trees
Approved
2023-03-06
Works amended to: REAR (adj no.41): ONE Sycamore (T1)(ht.19m) FELL. REAR (adj no.41): ONE Oak (T3)(ht.21m) FELL. REAR (adj no.41): ONE Oak (T2)(ht.21m, r.7-8m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by approx.2m to 19m, REDUCE RADIUS by approx.1m to r.6-7m. REAR (adj no.41): ONE Sycamore (T4)(ht.19m,r.5-6m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by approx.2m to ht.17m, REDUCE RADIUS by approx.1m to 4-5m. Reason: Clay shrinkage subsidence damage at neighbouring property 41 London Road. Informative A: the amended works to retain trees T2 & T4 is greatly appreciated in support of the treed character and setting of residential plots which characterise this part of the Forest Hill conservation area, the urban forest canopy, wildlife habitat, climate change mitigation, and ecosystem services including improving air quality near the heavily trafficked South Circular Road (A205). Informative B: the retention of felled timber in situ and the creation of habitat log piles is encouraged to benefit biodiversity.
59 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3UB · premises record
Trees in Conservation Areas
No objection
2021-10-22
REAR: SIX Cherry (G1)(5x ht.4m, 1x ht.10m) FELL. Reason: 5x dead, fallen, 1x leaning. Duty to replace applies. REAR: ONE Cherry (T2)(ht.8-10m) FELL. Reason: dead, leaning. Duty to replace applies. REAR: FIVE Cherry (T3, T4, G5)(ht.8-10m) FELL. Trees in decline, suppressed by adjacent trees, leaning, narrow canopy, risk of failure. REAR: ONE Sycamore (T6)(ht.10-12m) FELL. Reason: suppressed by adjacent dominant Oak, leaning over adjacent property. REAR: ONE Elm (T7)(ht.8-10m) FELL. Reason: leaning against neighbouring building (no.63), curved base to forked stem, pruning back not long term solution. REAR: ONE Buddleia (T8)(ht.4m) FELL. Reason: between fence and cabin, light issues. REAR: THREE Ash (G9)(ht.14m) FELL. Reason: die back, tall, close grown, narrow canopy, risk of failure if retained. NB. Email from Tree Officer to arboricultural agent 08/10/2020 has map attachment clarifying site trees being retained (in green), in addition to the site trees being felled as above (in red). Informative: duty to replace the 6 dead trees applies to ensure the treed site character is maintained in the long term. Suggested species are: wild cherry, sessile oak, field maple, small leaved lime.
59 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3UB · premises record
Trees in Conservation Areas
No objection
2020-08-03
Remove two dead trees and cut back from adjacent building overhanging branches of a Sycamore tree to the rear of 59 London Road, SE23.
59 LONDON ROAD, LONDON SE23 3UB · premises record
Trees in Conservation Areas
Approved
2008-11-20
Lawful Development Certificate in respect of the parking of a mobile/home caravan on land to the rear of 59 London Road SE23.
59 London Road, London, SE23 3UB · premises record
Lawful Development Certificate proposed
Approved
2007-07-24
Fell four Ash and four Acer trees at Upton Leaze, London Road, SE23.
Upton Leaze, 59-61, London Road, London, SE23 · premises record
Trees in Conservation Areas
Approved
2003-02-12
Carry out minor maintainance work as detailed in the application at 59 London Road,SE23.
59 London Road, London, SE233UB · premises record
Trees in Conservation Areas
Approved
2001-04-18
REAR: NINE Laurel (G9846)(ht.6m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 3m from 6m to 3m, REDUCE RADIUS by 2m from 5m to 3m on all compass point. Reason: boundary hedge management. REAR: ONE Laurel (G9846)(ht.6m) FELL. Reason: remove Laurel at end of hedge growing against the building (no.59), clearance to mitigate current and future encroachment. REAR: ONE Willow (G9846)(ht.6m) LATERAL REDUCE by 1.5m from 5m to 3.5m on W compass point. Reason: willow growing through laurel hedge, extending over L&Q property. FRONT: NINE Ash stems (G9848)(ht.9m) LATERAL REDUCE by 1m from 3m to 2m. Reason: reduce branch overhang to footpath and towards the house (no.59). Informative A: the sensitive management of the trees and vegetated gardens at no.59 is greatly appreciated for urban greening amenity, wildlife and environmental benefits. Informative B: please create habitat log piles with some arisings for wildlife and biodiversity.
59 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3UB · premises record
No objection
2025-02-25
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Trees in Conservation Areas
FRONT: ONE Ash (T1)(ht.8m) FELL. Reason: unsustainable location within 3m of adjacent Upton Leaze, 63 London Road, a replacement native tree species will be planted in a more suitable location. REAR: ONE Ash (T3)(ht.10m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 2m from 10m to 8m, REDUCE RADIUS by 2m from 9m to 7m on all compass points. Reason: light issues with neighbouring Upton Leaze, to shape canopy, pruning to suitable points and maintaining natural aesthetic. REAR: TWO Sycamore (T2 & T4)(ht.15m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by 3m from 15m to 12m, REDUCE RADIUS by 3m from 12m to 9m on all compass points. Reason: light issues with neighbouring Upton Leaze, to shape canopy, pruning to suitable points and maintaining natural aesthetic. REAR (Upton Leaze): ONE Holly (T5) (ht.7m) FELL. Reason: unsustainable location within 3m of 11 Highgate Walk, a replacement native tree species will be planted in a more suitable location. Informative A: the proposed planting of two replacement native trees is hugely welcomed to maintain the wooded amenity of the conservation area and the treed character of the garden; suggested species: field maple, wild cherry, sessile oak, whitebeam, small leaved lime, Wild Service tree. Informative B: reminder of the 7 replacement trees required in case history duty to plant 7 replacement trees: DC/20/117798 - 6 trees (wild cherry, sessile oak, field maple, small leaved lime) and DC/23/130662 - 1 hawthorn. Informative C: please create habitat log piles for wildlife and biodiversity with arisings.
59 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3UB · premises record
No objection
2023-10-10
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Trees in Conservation Areas
REAR ONE Ash tree(T1)(ht. 16m) FELL to ground. Reason: Fell and treat stumps due to subsidence in property parallel to the trees, insurance report has condemned the trees and will not sign off liability until both trees are removed. ONE Sycamore tree(T4)(ht.16m) FELL to ground. Reason:Fell and treat stumps due to subsidence in property parallel to the trees, insurance report has condemned the trees and will not sign off liability until both trees are removed.
59 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3UB · premises record
Withdrawn
2023-06-05
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Trees in Conservation Areas
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REAR: ONE Hawthorn (T215 on plan)(approx.ht.10m) FELL and replace. Reason: twin stemmed from base, with included bark union, thick ivy stems, decayed leader at 2.5m, upper crown has poor vigour and dieback, proximity to adjacent property 11 Highgate Walk, branch has previously failed. Duty to replace applies - see informatives A,B and replacement planting and maintenance details below. Informative A: the agreed planting of a replacement hawthorn tree is hugely appreciated under the 'Duty to replace applies if a tree in a conservation area is removed because it is dead or presents a risk of serious harm': Tree Preservation Orders and trees in conservation areas, guidance, para 121. Informative B: if possible please retain as a standing monolith, or allow coppice regrowth from the hawthorn stump, as it may be a veteran tree for the species, retain cut timber on site to create habitat log piles, and lay cut branches horizontally between stakes as linear 'dead hedge' for wildlife and biodiversity. Planning consent for a rear extension to 11 Highgate Walk ref. DC/20/118311 ? application form states no trees need to be removed to carry out the proposal.
59 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3UB · premises record
Approved
2023-03-06
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Dead & Hazardous Trees
Works amended to: REAR (adj no.41): ONE Sycamore (T1)(ht.19m) FELL. REAR (adj no.41): ONE Oak (T3)(ht.21m) FELL. REAR (adj no.41): ONE Oak (T2)(ht.21m, r.7-8m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by approx.2m to 19m, REDUCE RADIUS by approx.1m to r.6-7m. REAR (adj no.41): ONE Sycamore (T4)(ht.19m,r.5-6m) CROWN REDUCE HEIGHT by approx.2m to ht.17m, REDUCE RADIUS by approx.1m to 4-5m. Reason: Clay shrinkage subsidence damage at neighbouring property 41 London Road. Informative A: the amended works to retain trees T2 & T4 is greatly appreciated in support of the treed character and setting of residential plots which characterise this part of the Forest Hill conservation area, the urban forest canopy, wildlife habitat, climate change mitigation, and ecosystem services including improving air quality near the heavily trafficked South Circular Road (A205). Informative B: the retention of felled timber in situ and the creation of habitat log piles is encouraged to benefit biodiversity.
59 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3UB · premises record
No objection
2021-10-22
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Trees in Conservation Areas
REAR: SIX Cherry (G1)(5x ht.4m, 1x ht.10m) FELL. Reason: 5x dead, fallen, 1x leaning. Duty to replace applies. REAR: ONE Cherry (T2)(ht.8-10m) FELL. Reason: dead, leaning. Duty to replace applies. REAR: FIVE Cherry (T3, T4, G5)(ht.8-10m) FELL. Trees in decline, suppressed by adjacent trees, leaning, narrow canopy, risk of failure. REAR: ONE Sycamore (T6)(ht.10-12m) FELL. Reason: suppressed by adjacent dominant Oak, leaning over adjacent property. REAR: ONE Elm (T7)(ht.8-10m) FELL. Reason: leaning against neighbouring building (no.63), curved base to forked stem, pruning back not long term solution. REAR: ONE Buddleia (T8)(ht.4m) FELL. Reason: between fence and cabin, light issues. REAR: THREE Ash (G9)(ht.14m) FELL. Reason: die back, tall, close grown, narrow canopy, risk of failure if retained. NB. Email from Tree Officer to arboricultural agent 08/10/2020 has map attachment clarifying site trees being retained (in green), in addition to the site trees being felled as above (in red). Informative: duty to replace the 6 dead trees applies to ensure the treed site character is maintained in the long term. Suggested species are: wild cherry, sessile oak, field maple, small leaved lime.
59 LONDON ROAD, LONDON, SE23 3UB · premises record
No objection
2020-08-03
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Trees in Conservation Areas
Remove two dead trees and cut back from adjacent building overhanging branches of a Sycamore tree to the rear of 59 London Road, SE23.
59 LONDON ROAD, LONDON SE23 3UB · premises record
Approved
2008-11-20
More
Trees in Conservation Areas
Lawful Development Certificate in respect of the parking of a mobile/home caravan on land to the rear of 59 London Road SE23.
59 London Road, London, SE23 3UB · premises record
Approved
2007-07-24
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Lawful Development Certificate proposed
Fell four Ash and four Acer trees at Upton Leaze, London Road, SE23.
Upton Leaze, 59-61, London Road, London, SE23 · premises record
Approved
2003-02-12
More
Trees in Conservation Areas
Carry out minor maintainance work as detailed in the application at 59 London Road,SE23.
59 London Road, London, SE233UB · premises record
Approved
2001-04-18
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Trees in Conservation Areas

Building control

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Place

What affects it?

Every mapped designation touching a premises in this postcode, with how many of its 3 premises each one covers.

Designation
Coverage
Article 4 Direction Area
Forest Hill Article 4(3) Direction · reference A4FH2 · covers 3 of 3 premises. Some normally permitted changes may require planning permission.
Article 4 Direction Area
Small HMO Northern Extension · reference SHMOEXTA4 · covers 3 of 3 premises. Some normally permitted changes may require planning permission.
Conservation Area
Forest Hill · reference LEWCA13 · covers 3 of 3 premises. Demolition, alterations, trees and design are subject to additional heritage controls.
Article 4 Direction Area
Forest Hill Article 4(3) Direction · reference A4FH2 · covers 3 of 3 premises. Some normally permitted changes may require planning permission.
Article 4 Direction Area
Small HMO Northern Extension · reference SHMOEXTA4 · covers 3 of 3 premises. Some normally permitted changes may require planning permission.
Conservation Area
Forest Hill · reference LEWCA13 · covers 3 of 3 premises. Demolition, alterations, trees and design are subject to additional heritage controls.

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People

Who is involved?

Named on the latest 11 applications in this postcode — the party who applied, not the owner or occupier.

Name
Details
Case officer on 6 applications
Case officer on 6 applications
Development

What could it become?

Planning precedent11 applications and 11 mapped decisions in this postcode — precedent for what has been permitted and refused here.
Energy1 EPC records; ratings E: 1.
What is not assertedNo capacity, value or ownership claim is made at area level; those belong to individual premises records and their evidence.

Intent signals

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Ownership, finance and market signals recorded at addresses in this postcode — each with date and source. Signals are evidence of change, not a prediction.

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Boundary: OS Postcode Unit areas (Ordnance Survey), 2026-08-14. Planning records: canonical stage2. EPC: EPC register. Premises: OS AddressBase / UPRN.
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