Southwark OSD receives planning permission 07.03.25

On Wednesday 05 March, Southwark Council approved proposals for the Southwark Over Station Development on the corner of Blackfriars and The Cut in Southwark, London.

Developed for Helical and Places for London, the scheme includes the provision of 429 student bedrooms above the existing Southwark Tube station, and a separate affordable housing building providing 44 affordable apartments, on the other side of Joan Street.

The existing station entrance will be carefully integrated at the base of the new building, flanked by new retail spaces, and improved landscape to the public realm. The two buildings share an architectural language of contrasting horizontal and vertical expression, with a consistent tonal palette and curved corners, which reinforces their connection whilst preserving their individual identities.

The scheme will deliver a significant new building in a landmark location, offering a vibrant and exciting environment for students and local residents to live, learn and socialise.