How long do planning decisions take near Edmonton?

The average planning decision time near Edmonton is 50 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 Edmonton?

The planning approval rate near Edmonton is 70%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Edmonton?

The most common type of planning application near Edmonton is outline applications, with 58 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Edmonton?

You can search and track planning applications near Edmonton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.

Edmonton, Enfield - Greater London Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Edmonton, Enfield - Greater London.

Enfield - Greater London · England · Town

Planning applications in Edmonton are administered by London Borough Of Enfield. View the full London Borough Of Enfield planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Edmonton

Edmonton, located within the London Borough of Enfield, is a vibrant area that plays a crucial role in the Greater London metropolitan landscape. Positioned along the River Lee, Edmonton is a significant hub for local development and planning initiatives. Its connectivity to nearby regions and its historical context make it an important location for potential planning applications and community projects.

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Area Information

Admin district: Enfield
Parliamentary constituency: Edmonton and Winchmore Hill
LSOA: Enfield 033F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Edmonton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

49 planning applications found near Edmonton.

26/02541/CEA - 33 Hawthorn Road London N18 1EY
Conversion of Use Class C3 (single dwelling house) to Use Class C3(b) (up to 6 people living together as a single household and receiving care).
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-07-02
26/02479/HOU - 73 Warwick Road London N18 1RR
Conversion of garage into habitable room involving first floor side extension above converted garage.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-11
26/02411/FUL - 55 Cheddington Road London N18 1LU
Change of use from Use Class C3 (dwelling house) to Use Class C4 (HMO-house in multiple occupation) involving single storey rear/side extension, rear dormer and rear outrigger dormer, with associated
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-09
26/02249/CEA - 53 Gloucester Road London N18 1HW
Extension to roof at side to form gable end with rear dormer and rear outrigger dormer.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-01
26/02236/CEA - 31 Bulwer Road London N18 1QL
Rear dormer with rear outrigger dormer and front roof lights.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-05-29
26/02227/CND - North Middlesex Hospital Sterling Way London N18 1QX
Details submitted pursuant to reference 25/03422/FUL: demolition logistics management plan (4) in respect of demolition of vacant and redundant hospital buildings within hospital site, and other inves
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-05-29
26/02154/FUL - 2A Sheldon Road London N18 1RW
Change of use of existing vehicle repair garage (Class E(g)(iii)) to a Class 4 MOT testing facility (Sui Generis), with associated internal MOT bay equipment.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-05-26
- 78 Sheldon Road London N18 1RN
Single-storey rear extension 6m deep x 3m high (3m high to eaves).
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-05-26
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26/02174/CEA - 78 Sheldon Road London N18 1RN
Single storey rear infill extension, with rear dormer, rear outrigger dormer, front and side roof lights.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-05-26
- 2A Sheldon Road London N18 1RW
Change of use of existing vehicle repair garage (Class E(g)(iii)) to a Class 4 MOT testing facility (Sui Generis), with associated internal MOT bay equipment.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-05-26
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26/02176/PRH - 78 Sheldon Road London N18 1RN
Single-storey rear extension 6m deep x 3m high (3m high to eaves).
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-05-26
26/01985/FUL - 22 College Gardens London N18 2XR
Change of use from Use Class C3 (dwelling house) to Use Class C4 (HMO-house in multiple occupation) with associated amenity, cycle and refuse storage (PART-RETROSPECTIVE).
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-05-13
- Joyce Avenue And Snells Park Estate London N18
PARTIAL DISCHARGE-Details submitted pursuant to reference 22/03346/OUT (Phase 0 in relation to Block A) for Site Levels (H16) in respect of the Hybrid planning application (part detailed/part outline)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-04-23
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- 156 Sheldon Road London N18 1RN
Change of use from Use Class C3 (dwelling house) to Use Class C4 (HMO-house in multiple occupation) and rear dormer, outrigger dormer, front rooflights, outbuilding to rear involving demolition of exi
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-04-20
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- 17 Denton Road London N18 1RH
Single storey rear/side infill extension, with rear dormer, rear outrigger dormer and front roof lights.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-04-17
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- 17 Henley Road London N18 1NU
Single storey rear extension, rear dormer, rear outrigger dormer and front roof lights.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-03-30
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- 14 Windmill Road London N18 1PA
First floor rear extension and rear dormer with roof light to front.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-03-25
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- Joyce Avenue And Snells Park Estate London N18
Details submitted pursuant to reference 22/03346/OUT: archaeological written scheme of investigation (H11) in respect of hybrid planning application (part detailed/part outline) for the phased demolit
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-03-24
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- 143 Sheldon Road London N18 1RL
Rear dormer with rear outrigger dormer, front rooflights with removal of chimney and extension to soil pipe at rear.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-03-24
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- 217 College Close London N18 2XS
Change of use from Use Class C3 (dwelling house) to Use Class C4 (HMO-house in multiple occupation) for 6 persons with refuse and cycle storage.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-03-23
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A brief summary of Edmonton in Enfield - Greater London

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Edmonton a particularly low-crime area.

Edmonton has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Edmonton 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.

Planning Activity in Edmonton

In the last 24 months, 177 planning applications were submitted near Edmonton. Of these, 70% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 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 Edmonton.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Edmonton were outline applications (58), full planning applications (27), discharge of conditions (25).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 2 medium-scale applications, 139 smaller schemes were submitted.

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

Application Outcomes

Approved: 32 applications
Refused: 11 applications
Withdrawn: 3 applications
Awaiting decision: 131 applications

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