Forest planning approval rate
Forest ward in Waltham Forest has a 73.9% approval rate based on 946 planning decisions. Waltham Forest overall: 76.2%.
Last updated: June 2026
73.9%
ward approval rate
946
Decisions
699
Approved
247
Refused
76.2%
Waltham Forest average
Forest is 2.3 percentage points below the Waltham Forest average, suggesting slightly tighter scrutiny in this ward. Preparation matters more here.
How Forest compares
Forest ward
73.9%
Waltham Forest overall
76.2%
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Recent decisions in Forest
Replacement of existing front and rear double glazed uPVC framed casement window · 2026-06-22
Demolition of existing lean-to structures to facilitate the construction of a si · 2026-06-22
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) - Construction of hip to gable side ro · 2026-06-22
Construction of a single storey wraparound rear extension. · 2026-06-22
Construction of a single storey rear extension, rear dormer roof extension a · 2026-06-22
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