GSWEST planning approval rate
GSWEST ward in Newham has a 77.3% approval rate based on 806 planning decisions. Newham overall: 84.8%.
Last updated: June 2026
77.3%
ward approval rate
806
Decisions
623
Approved
183
Refused
84.8%
Newham average
GSWEST is 7.5 percentage points below the Newham average, placing it among the stricter wards in Newham. Checking what gets approved nearby before applying is particularly important here.
How GSWEST compares
GSWEST ward
77.3%
Newham overall
84.8%
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Recent decisions in GSWEST
None
GROUND FLOOR REAR SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION · 16/06/2026
None
Application for a lawful development certificate (proposed) for loft conversion · 22/05/2026
None
Demolition of existing storage/workshop (Use Class B8) building and erection of · 15/05/2026
None
Demolition of the existing building and the construction of a three storey build · 07/05/2026
None
Refurbishment of the restaurant to include alterations to elevations with the in · 07/05/2026
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