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Building plots in Richmond upon Thames
Gardens, gap sites and small parcels across Richmond, Twickenham, Teddington that could take a new home, each checked against the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames local plan.
The council's register
London Borough of Richmond upon Thames must keep a register of people who want a serviced plot to build their own home, and grant enough permissions to meet the demand on it.
| People registered | Plots permitted | Base-period shortfall |
|---|---|---|
| 1,462 | 80 | 1,310 |
Source: LivedIn, Self-Build Register Data for England, from council returns and FOI responses, checked 24 October 2026. A guide only; the council's own figures above take precedence.
- Richmond upon Thames keeps a statutory self-build and custom housebuilding register for people seeking a serviced plot in the borough.Source: London Borough of Richmond upon Thames
What the plot finder checks in Richmond upon Thames
- Size, shape and road frontage from public mapping
- Whether the site sits inside a settlement's planning limits
- Constraints such as flood zones and conservation areas
- A score with the planning rules behind it written out
- Sold prices for homes nearby from HM Land Registry, with the source
From plot to concept
Plots in Richmond upon Thames: FAQ
How do I find a building plot in Richmond upon Thames?
Sign in to the plot finder to see possible plots across Richmond upon Thames, each scored against the local plan. You can also join the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames self-build register, which tells the council you want a plot.
Who decides planning in Richmond upon Thames?
London Borough of Richmond upon Thames is the local planning authority. Its local plan sets where new homes can go.
Are the plots on this page for sale?
No sites are shown on this page. Signed-in users see possible plots found from public data; the owner may not be selling.
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