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Planning in Child's Hill

Approved
75%
546 of 700 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Child's Hill in the last 24 months, from London Borough of Barnet's planning register.

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Around Child's Hill

Postcode districts

NW2 744 applications in the last 12 monthsNW11 806 applications in the last 12 monthsNW3 1,447 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Barnet

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About Child's Hill

Child's Hill is a predominantly late-19th-century suburb located 5 miles northwest of Charing Cross in the London Borough of Barnet. Named after Richard le Child, who held land in the area in the early 14th century, it is bordered by Hendon Way to the west and Dunstan Road to the north, with West Heath and Golders Hill Park to the east. This vibrant neighbourhood offers a mix of residential and green spaces, making it a focal point for potential planning applications.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Child's Hill area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Child's Hill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Child's Hill planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Child's Hill, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 884 planning applications were submitted near Child's Hill. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (83), outline applications (40), discharge of conditions (39). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

27 planning appeals were lodged, of which 4 were allowed and 23 were dismissed (15% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Child's Hill?
In the last 24 months, 884 planning applications were submitted near Child's Hill. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Child's Hill?
The average planning decision time near Child's Hill is 60 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 Child's Hill?
The planning approval rate near Child's Hill is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Child's Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Child's Hill is full planning applications, with 83 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Child's Hill?
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