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Planning in East Barnet

Approved
77%
318 of 385 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

Decided by London Borough of BarnetCouncil page

Around East Barnet

Postcode districts

N20 396 applications in the last 12 monthsEN4 404 applications in the last 12 monthsN14 477 applications in the last 12 monthsEN5 579 applications in the last 12 monthsN11 248 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 East Barnet

East Barnet is a residential suburb located in the London Borough of Barnet, approximately 10 miles north of Charing Cross. Bordered by New Barnet, Cockfosters, and Southgate, the area features a central hub with various shops, public houses, restaurants, and essential services, including the parish church of St Mary the Virgin. Its proximity to the M25, A1, and M1 makes it a strategically advantageous location for development and planning applications.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the East Barnet 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 East Barnet a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around East Barnet has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, East Barnet 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 East Barnet, 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, 487 planning applications were submitted near East Barnet. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (55), outline applications (44), discharge of conditions (23). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

7 planning appeals were lodged, of which 4 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (57% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near East Barnet?
In the last 24 months, 487 planning applications were submitted near East Barnet. The approval rate is 77%.
How long do planning decisions take near East Barnet?
The average planning decision time near East Barnet 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 East Barnet?
The planning approval rate near East Barnet is 77%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near East Barnet?
The most common type of planning application near East Barnet is full planning applications, with 55 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near East Barnet?
You can search and track planning applications near East Barnet on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.