Track the latest renovation and development activity in Wimbledon. We monitor planning applications across Merton to help you understand what's possible on your street.
| Address | Project Type | Status | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 69 Burghley Road, SW19 | Rear Extension | Approved | 22 Mar 2026 | Ground floor rear extension with bi-fold doors opening to garden |
| 77 Marryat Road, SW19 | Side Return Extension | Approved | 14 Mar 2026 | Glass-roofed side return extension with structural opening to main reception |
| 34 Hillside, SW19 | Rear Extension | Approved | 9 Mar 2026 | Full-width single-storey rear extension with roof lantern |
| 11 Alan Road, SW19 | Basement Conversion | Approved | 8 Mar 2026 | Full basement dig-out creating cinema room, gym and utility space |
| 37 Marryat Road, SW19 | Loft Conversion | Approved | 16 Feb 2026 | L-shaped dormer loft conversion with rear dormer and Velux windows to front |
| 32 Ridgway, SW19 | Loft Conversion | Approved | 10 Feb 2026 | Loft conversion including rear dormer window and two front rooflights |
| 60 Ridgway, SW19 | Side Return Extension | Approved | 8 Feb 2026 | Single-storey side return extension with matching brickwork |
| 40 Parkside, SW19 | Basement Conversion | Pending | 2 Feb 2026 | Excavation to create new basement level with lightwell and swimming pool |
| 16 Marryat Road, SW19 | Roof Terrace | Under Review | 10 Jan 2026 | Creation of accessible roof terrace with privacy screening |
| 63 Woodside, SW19 | Basement Conversion | Approved | 8 Jan 2026 | Excavation to create new basement level with lightwell and swimming pool |
| 80 Calonne Road, SW19 | Rear Extension | Under Review | 4 Jan 2026 | Single-storey rear extension under permitted development rights |
| 19 Somerset Road, SW19 | Mansard Extension | Approved | 16 Dec 2025 | Full rear mansard extension creating new bedroom and bathroom |
| 16 Calonne Road, SW19 | Rear Extension | Approved | 5 Oct 2025 | Full-width single-storey rear extension with roof lantern |
| 48 Somerset Road, SW19 | Basement Conversion | Refused | 28 Apr 2025 | Single-storey basement extension with front and rear lightwells |
Wimbledon has seen strong renovation activity over the past twelve months, with rear extensions accounting for 29% of all planning applications. Basement Conversions follow at 29%, with side return extensions making up a further 14% of submissions. This pattern reflects the character of Wimbledon's housing stock and the aspirations of homeowners in the SW19 postcode.
As a designated conservation area, Wimbledon requires all external alterations to be sympathetically designed and built using appropriate materials. Planning officers at Merton Council pay close attention to proposals that affect the streetscape, particularly along prominent roads such as Burghley Road and Marryat Road. Despite these additional requirements, our data shows a 71% approval rate for applications in the area — evidence that well-prepared submissions continue to succeed.
The most active streets for development in Wimbledon include Burghley Road, Marryat Road, Parkside, where homeowners are investing in both extending and upgrading their properties. Family homes are being extended and reconfigured to create open-plan living spaces, with rear extensions and loft conversions proving the most cost-effective way to add bedrooms and entertaining areas.
Properties in Wimbledon (SW19) typically range from period terraces to substantial detached homes. Whether you are considering a straightforward loft conversion or a comprehensive basement dig, early engagement with Merton Council's planning department — and appointing an architect familiar with local policy — will significantly improve your chances of a smooth approval. Our team maintains an outstanding track record across the SW19 postcode.
Merton Council manages planning applications across Wimbledon and the wider borough. As a conservation area, Wimbledon is subject to additional planning controls. Permitted development rights may be restricted under Article 4 directions, meaning proposals that would normally not require planning permission may need a formal application.
For advice on what you can build in Wimbledon, see our Planning & Permissions guide. You can also review our planning track record to see our approval rates across London boroughs.
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