How many planning applications has London Borough of Barnet received?

London Borough of Barnet received 4,441 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 66%.

How long does London Borough of Barnet take to decide planning applications?

London Borough of Barnet takes an average of 44 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for London Borough of Barnet?

London Borough of Barnet approves 66% of planning applications. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

How do I object to a planning application in London Borough of Barnet?

To object to a London Borough of Barnet planning application, you must submit your representation to London Borough of Barnet during the public consultation period — typically 21 days from the date the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows you the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the London Borough of Barnet planning portal where objections can be submitted.

Can I appeal a London Borough of Barnet planning decision?

Yes. If London Borough of Barnet refuses your planning application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 3213 appeals were lodged against London Borough of Barnet decisions in the last 24 months, with a 39% success rate.

London Borough of Barnet Planning Applications

Q: How do I search London Borough of Barnet planning applications?

You can search London Borough of Barnet planning applications by postcode on Planning Signal. Enter any postcode in the London Borough of Barnet area to see all nearby applications, filter by type, and track decisions in real time.

Search and explore London Borough of Barnet planning applications. Planning Signal is your free alternative to the London Borough of Barnet planning portal — search all recent applications, track decisions, and get alerts on new developments in the area.

Region: London

About London Borough of Barnet

The London Borough of Barnet, located in north London, is a vibrant suburban area that became a borough in 1965, merging parts of Middlesex and Hertfordshire. As the second-largest borough in London by population, with 389,344 residents as of 2021, it spans 86.74 square kilometres, making it one of the larger boroughs in the capital. For those researching planning applications, Barnet’s diverse community and substantial area offer a range of opportunities and considerations in urban development.

Governance

Founded: 1 April 1965

Council Planning Features

Planning Applications - Browse all applications submitted to London Borough of Barnet, filterable by status, type, and size
Planning Activity Summary - Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for London Borough of Barnet
Keyword Scorecard - See how often applications in London Borough of Barnet mention key planning constraints like heritage, flood risk, and environmental concerns
Council Boundary Map - Interactive map showing the council boundary and application locations
Full Details - View complete application details, dates and decision status

Council Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £608,589 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Barnet
Parliamentary constituency: Chipping Barnet
LSOA: Barnet 004A

Crime Statistics

195 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 60
anti-social-behaviour: 45
shoplifting: 24
vehicle-crime: 20
other-theft: 10
burglary: 9
public-order: 9
drugs: 6
other-crime: 5
theft-from-the-person: 4
robbery: 2
bicycle-theft: 1

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications in London Borough of Barnet.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for London Borough of Barnet based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in London Borough of Barnet

35 towns and villages. Click any town to search for planning applications nearby.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings in the London Borough of Barnet area.

Monitoring Stations

9 flood monitoring stations near London Borough of Barnet.

Edgware Hospital (Silk Stream)
Colney Street (River Ver)
Hampstead Suburb (Mutton Brook)
Radlett (Radlett Brook)
Whetstone (Dollis Brook)
Edmonton, Silver Street (Pymmes Brook)
Stanmore, Wolverton Road (Edgware Brook)
New Barnet (Pymmes Brook)
Kenton Lane (Wealdstone Brook)

A brief summary of London Borough of Barnet

The average property sale price in the London Borough of Barnet area is £608,589, based on 50 recent transactions.

The London Borough of Barnet area recorded 195 crimes in the most recent reporting period. Prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Conservation Areas

There are 16 designated conservation areas within the London Borough of Barnet area. Planning applications within or near these areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve architectural and historic character. Permitted development rights may be restricted.

Conservation areas include: Railway Terraces Cricklewood, Hampstead Village (Heath Passage), Golders Green Town Centre, Hendon The Burroughs, Hendon Church End, Finchley College Farm, Finchley Garden Village, Glenhill Close, Moss Hall Crescent, Watling Estate, and 6 more.

The council area encompasses 35 towns and villages, including Barnet, East Barnet, Edgware, Finchley, Friern Barnet and Hendon. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search London Borough of Barnet Planning Applications

Planning Signal provides a free, fast planning search for London Borough of Barnet. Use the postcode search above to find planning applications near any address in the London Borough of Barnet area. Unlike the official London Borough of Barnet planning portal, Planning Signal lets you save searches, watch individual applications, and receive email alerts when decisions are made or new applications are submitted nearby.

Whether you're a resident checking London Borough of Barnet planning applications near your home, a homeowner tracking your own application, or a property professional monitoring the local market, Planning Signal gives you the tools to stay informed about planning and development across London Borough of Barnet.

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 4,441 planning applications London Borough of Barnet received. Of these, 66% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile in London Borough of Barnet.

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types in London Borough of Barnet were full planning applications (1,312), outline applications (754), discharge of conditions (648). Full planning applications account for 30% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 32 large-scale (major) developments, 16 medium-scale applications, 3,704 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

3,213 planning appeals were lodged against London Borough of Barnet decisions, of which 999 were allowed and 1,570 were dismissed (39% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 711 applications
Refused: 282 applications
Withdrawn: 89 applications
Awaiting decision: 3,358 applications

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