How long do planning decisions take near Arkley?

The average planning decision time near Arkley is 47 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Arkley?

The planning approval rate near Arkley is 47%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Arkley?

The most common type of planning application near Arkley is full planning applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Arkley, Barnet - Greater London Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Arkley, Barnet - Greater London.

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About Arkley

Arkley is a quaint village situated in the London Borough of Barnet, Greater London, approximately 10.6 miles (17.1 km) north-northwest of Charing Cross. This residential area may offer unique planning opportunities due to its suburban character and proximity to central London.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £599,128 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Barnet
Parliamentary constituency: Chipping Barnet
LSOA: Barnet 005B

Crime Statistics

71 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 22
anti-social-behaviour: 11
burglary: 9
other-theft: 7
public-order: 7
vehicle-crime: 6
criminal-damage-arson: 3
drugs: 2
possession-of-weapons: 2
shoplifting: 1
theft-from-the-person: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Arkley.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Arkley.

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 Arkley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

11 planning applications found near Arkley.

26/1426/CON - 87 Barnet Road Barnet EN5 3JT
Submission of details of condition 5 (Hard and Soft Landscaping) pursuant to planning permission 23/1659/S73 dated 13/06/2023
Status: Undecided | Council: Barnet | Date: 2026-04-17
- 13 Raebarn Gardens Barnet EN5 3DB
Part two storey rear, part single storey rear and side extension, 3no. rooflights and front porch with juliette balconies at first floor rear elevation following demolition of existing conservatory an
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Barnet | Date: 2026-03-03
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- Arkley Riding Stables Hedgerow Lane Barnet EN5 3DT
New front access gate with brick piers to front boundary
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Barnet | Date: 2025-12-22
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- 136 Barnet Road Barnet EN5 3LJ
Single storey side and rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Barnet | Date: 2025-12-03
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- 95 Quinta Drive Barnet EN5 3DA
Additional storey at second floor level
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Barnet | Date: 2025-11-26
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- 68 Quinta Drive Barnet EN5 3BE
Submission of details of condition 3 (Materials) 7 (Demolition and Construction Management plan) 8 (Hard and soft landscaping) 20 (Tree protection plan) pursuant to planning permission 25/0841/FUL dat
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Barnet | Date: 2025-09-23
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- Arkley Riding Stables Hedgerow Lane Barnet EN5 3DT
Submission of details of condition 7 (Hard & Soft Landscape) 10 (Landscape frontage) 11 (Landscape management)pursuant to planning permission 22/1514/FUL dated 22/07/2022
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Barnet | Date: 2025-06-04
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- 6 Chartridge Close Barnet EN5 3LX
1 x Oak (applicants ref. T1) - Reduce lateral branches over driveway by 2.5m. Remove deadwood consisting of branches greater than 40mm in diameter. Standing in T12 of Tree Preservation Order.
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Barnet | Date: 2024-05-16
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- Arkley Riding Stables Hedgerow Lane Barnet EN5 3DT
Submission of details of condition 23 (drainage strategy) pursuant to planning permission 22/1514/FUL dated 22/03/2022
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Barnet | Date: 2023-10-06
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- Whitelights 87 Barnet Road Barnet EN5 3JT
Installation of solar panels to roof terrace
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Barnet | Date: 2023-04-18
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- Reynard House 184 Barnet Road Barnet EN5 3LF
1 x Scots Pine (applicants ref. T1) - (12m) Reduce crown by approximately 3m. The Pine tree roots are lifting the brickwork on the driveway. The crown reduction of the tree should slow future root mov
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Barnet | Date: 2023-04-02
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A brief summary of Arkley in Barnet - Greater London

Property prices in Arkley show an average sale price of £599,128, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Arkley area recorded 71 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Arkley has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Totteridge, Wood Street, Mill Hill. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Arkley includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Arkley

In the last 24 months, 59 planning applications were submitted near Arkley. Of these, 47% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 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 near Arkley.

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Arkley were full planning applications (19), discharge of conditions (16), tree works (12). Full planning applications account for 32% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

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