WHAM planning approval rate
WHAM ward in Newham has a 80.0% approval rate based on 605 planning decisions. Newham overall: 84.7%.
Last updated: March 2026
80.0%
ward approval rate
605
Decisions
484
Approved
121
Refused
84.7%
Newham average
WHAM is 4.7 percentage points below the Newham average, suggesting slightly tighter scrutiny in this ward. Preparation matters more here.
How WHAM compares
WHAM ward
80.0%
Newham overall
84.7%
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Recent decisions in WHAM
26/00031/CLP
Application for a lawful development certificate proposed for the new detached o · 04/03/2026
25/02529/HH
Proposed basement extension with front lightwell. · 03/03/2026
25/02039/FUL
Demolition of existing side extension and garage, reconfiguration of internal la · 03/03/2026
25/02938/CLP
Application for a lawful development certificate (proposed) for loft conversion · 23/02/2026
25/02528/HH
Erection of ground floor side infill extension. · 29/01/2026
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✓ Common refusal reasons in Newham
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✓ Appeal success rates
✓ PDF report to share with your architect
Less than one set of revised drawings. Based on 20,907 decisions.