Kingston upon Thames LPA BNG

Kingston upon Thames, located in South West London, is a borough combining urban centres, suburban neighbourhoods, and important ecological corridors along the River Thames. Spanning approximately 38 square kilometres, Kingston includes key areas such as Kingston town centre, Surbiton, New Malden, and Chessington. The borough features diverse natural habitats including ancient woodland, chalk grassland, riverside meadows, and ponds.

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Aligned with the Environment Act 2021, Kingston Council requires most development proposals to achieve a minimum of 10% Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG). This can be delivered through on-site habitat creation or enhancement, off-site biodiversity units, or contributions to borough-wide green infrastructure and nature recovery strategies.

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Kingston lies within the Thames Basin Lowlands and the Thames Valley National Character Areas. Its key ecological assets include the River Thames, Hogsmill River, Richmond Park (SSSI and National Nature Reserve), and a variety of woodlands and wetland areas. These features create ecological networks that support bats, birds, amphibians, and wildflower-rich habitats.

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Kingston’s mix of riverside development, greenbelt fringe, and urban regeneration areas presents strong opportunities for BNG. Enhancing habitat connectivity, introducing species-rich planting, and using green roofs and SuDS features are key delivery approaches.

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For developers, landowners, and planning professionals operating in Kingston, understanding local habitat types, planning policies, and strategic biodiversity priorities is essential. Our team provides support including ecological assessments, metric calculations, and tailored on-site and off-site BNG strategies.

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To learn more or receive updates about BNG units and schemes in the area, get in touch with us.