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Planning in Enfield Lock

Approved
79%
433 of 545 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Enfield Lock

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About Enfield Lock

Enfield Lock is a distinctive area within the London Borough of Enfield, situated north of the River Lee Navigation. Named after the lock on the river, it encompasses Enfield Island Village and features a mix of residential and natural landscapes, including part of the Lee Valley Park and the Enfield Lock Conservation Area. The locality is bordered by marshland, once a testing site for the Royal Small Arms Factory, and lies adjacent to Brimsdown, Waltham Cross, and Epping Forest, making it a unique site for potential planning applications in a historically significant environment.

Property prices in Enfield Lock show an average sale price of £460,263, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Enfield Lock 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 (May 2026). This makes Enfield Lock a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Enfield Lock, 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, 642 planning applications were submitted near Enfield Lock. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were outline applications (142), full planning applications (84), discharge of conditions (58). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

14 planning appeals were lodged, of which 5 were allowed and 8 were dismissed (38% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Enfield Lock?
In the last 24 months, 642 planning applications were submitted near Enfield Lock. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Enfield Lock?
The average planning decision time near Enfield Lock is 53 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 Enfield Lock?
The planning approval rate near Enfield Lock is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Enfield Lock?
The most common type of planning application near Enfield Lock is outline applications, with 142 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Enfield Lock?
You can search and track planning applications near Enfield Lock on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.