49 Burstow Road, Raynes Park, Merton, SW20 8ST Data via plota.co.uk

Pending 26/TCA/1703 - Tree(s) in a Conservation Area
Council
Date received
13 Aug 2026
Postcode
SW20 8ST
Type
Tree(s) in a Conservation Area

Description

Conifers x6 clients would like to remove these trees as they are of poor quality and have not been well m maintained. Client would like to replant with possible pleached beech trees or similar to retain privacy Yew - Reduce crown by 1-2 to contain development. Also, lift canopy to approx 3m from ground level to allow light under crown and to clear fence line. Buddleja x 4 - dismantle to ground level to create space for replanting and redesign of garden. trees are self sown Cherry - remove dead tree… Data via plota.co.uk

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Merton
Planning Authority Score
4.5/10
Below average
#173 of 296 councils
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Other decisions

Merton ranks #196 out of 296 councils for householder decision speed. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (92%) than the national average (90%).

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Merton decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, the year to March 2026
89%
Overall approval rate
Above avg (87%) #135 of 296
92%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #158 of 296
57%
Decided in 8 weeks
Below avg (63%) #196 of 296
39%
Extended time limit
Below avg (41%) #139 of 296
54%
Minor dwellings approved
82 decided (1-9 homes)
100%
Major dwellings approved
11 decided (10+ homes)
83%
Change of use approved
24 decided
1,079
Total decisions
115 refused in the year to March 2026