Richmond upon Thames in London includes Richmond, Twickenham, and Hampton. About 2.3% of the borough is Green Belt, shaping minor edges of settlements. Known for riverside walks, historic houses, and parks, planning focuses on residential extensions, sensitive conversions, and conservation-led development.
In the last year Richmond upon Thames decided 1,916 applications which is well above the national average of 988. The approval rate was 80% (slightly below the national average of 88%) and 66% of applications were decided on time, (significantly above the national average of 59%). Stats updated March 2026 from gov. sources. See how Richmond upon Thames performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
2.3% of Richmond upon Thames is within the Green Belt and proposals in these areas can be subject to very high levels of scrutiny.
Development within the Green Belt surrounding London is highly sensitive and politically contentious.
In our experience, one of the top reasons poorly conceived Green Belt proposals are refused is causing 'harm to openness'. We can lower the risk of refusal with site-specific guidance. Contact us here.
You can also check whether your land is within the Green Belt using our interactive Green Belt map.
As well as acting as Planning Consultants we are ARB registered architects with over 25 years’ experience. We support clients through all stages of the planning process, offering the following services:
Thoughtful, well-considered design is often the key to securing Planning Permission, particularly on sites where others struggle to find a way forward. Let’s discuss your project.
Richmond upon Thames in London includes Richmond, Twickenham, and Hampton. About 2.3% of the borough is Green Belt, shaping minor edges of settlements. Known for riverside walks, historic houses, and parks, planning focuses on residential extensions, sensitive conversions, and conservation-led development.
In the last year Richmond upon Thames decided 1,916 applications which is well above the national average of 988. The approval rate was 80% (slightly below the national average of 88%) and 66% of applications were decided on time, (significantly above the national average of 59%). Stats updated March 2026 from gov. sources. See how Richmond upon Thames performs relative to other LPAs in our LPA hub.
2.3% of Richmond upon Thames is within the Green Belt and proposals in these areas can be subject to very high levels of scrutiny.
Development within the Green Belt surrounding London is highly sensitive and politically contentious.
In our experience, one of the top reasons poorly conceived Green Belt proposals are refused is causing 'harm to openness'. We can lower the risk of refusal with site-specific guidance. Contact us here.
You can also check whether your land is within the Green Belt using our interactive Green Belt map.
As well as acting as Planning Consultants we are ARB registered architects with over 25 years’ experience. We support clients through all stages of the planning process, offering the following services:
Thoughtful, well-considered design is often the key to securing Planning Permission, particularly on sites where others struggle to find a way forward. Let’s discuss your project.
