How long do planning decisions take near Enfield Town?

The average planning decision time near Enfield Town is 43 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 Town?

The planning approval rate near Enfield Town is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Enfield Town?

The most common type of planning application near Enfield Town is outline applications, with 31 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Enfield Town?

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Enfield Town, Enfield - Greater London Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Enfield Town, Enfield - Greater London.

Enfield - Greater London · England · settlement

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

About Enfield Town

Enfield Town is a prominent area in north London, situated 10.1 miles from Charing Cross, with a population of 156,858 as of 2018. This diverse town encompasses several neighborhoods, including Enfield Lock, Bush Hill Park, and Ponders End, making it a significant hub for residential and commercial development. For those exploring planning applications, Enfield offers a variety of opportunities across its many distinct areas.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £460,263 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Enfield
Parliamentary constituency: Enfield North
LSOA: Enfield 010E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Enfield Town.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Enfield Town based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

66 planning applications found near Enfield Town.

26/02323/FUL - Enfield Baptist Church And Hall Cecil Road Enfield EN2 6TG
Installation of ANPR car park management with associated equipment and signage (RETROSPECTIVE).
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-26
26/02324/ADV - Enfield Baptist Church And Hall Cecil Road Enfield EN2 6TG
Installation of non illuminated signage comprising of 2 x pole mounted signs and 7 x wall mounted signs.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-26
- Mcdonald's Restaurant 4 - 5 Market Chambers Church Street Enfield EN2 6AA
Variation of condition 1 of approval 14/04455/VAR to allow the restaurant to trade between the hours of 06:00 and 24:00 daily, with outgoing customer deliveries permitted until 02:00 daily, with no cu
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-25
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26/02715/FUL - 4 - 5 Market Chambers Church Street Enfield EN2 6AA
Refurbishment with alterations to shopfront elevations, replacement entrance door, new concrete effect cladding, new fascia panel and the redecoration of window frames, with associated works.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-25
26/02717/VAR - Mcdonald's Restaurant 4 - 5 Market Chambers Church Street Enfield EN2 6AA
Variation of condition 1 of approval 14/04455/VAR to allow the restaurant to trade between the hours of 06:00 and 24:00 daily, with outgoing customer deliveries permitted until 02:00 daily, with no cu
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-25
26/02674/ADV - 12 London Road Enfield EN2 6EB
Installation of internally illuminated fascia sign.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-23
26/02621/HOU - 20 Chase Court Gardens Enfield EN2 8DH
Conversion of existing rear garage into annexe accommodation, involving increase of roof height for insulation with rooflight, alterations to front and rear elevations with rendering to rear, ancillar
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-19
26/02529/FUL - Tower Point 52 Sydney Road Enfield EN2 6SZ
Replacement of spandrel panels and steel composite cladding with non-combustible materials, together with replacement of timber decking to balconies.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-15
26/02487/NMA - 14 Chapel Street Enfield EN2 6QE
Non material amendment to 25/00325/HOU to allow changes to French heritage doors replacing picture window and entrance door and reduction to front extension.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-12
26/02491/CND - 1A St Onge Parade Southbury Road Enfield EN1 1YU
Details submitted pursuant to reference 23/03450/FUL: detail drawings (5) in respect of creation of mansard roof to provide 2 self contained flats together with front, rear and side dormers and roofli
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-12
26/02482/TCA - Elm House 9 Gentlemans Row Enfield EN2 6PT
Works to a tree in Enfield Town Conservation area: (T1) Lime - reduce overall canopy by 3m, crown lift to 5m above ground level.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-11
26/02472/FUL - 1 The Town Enfield EN2 6LD
Replacement of main entrance door.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-11
26/02302/ADV - 9 The Town Enfield EN2 6LF
Installation of non illuminated signage comprising of 3 x fascia sign 1 x welcome sign 1 x projecting sign and window vinyl.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-02
26/02292/LBC - Bank 20 The Town Enfield EN2 6LS
Minor modifications to the branch extract system, with the installation of new louvre grilles at ground and first floor levels.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-02
26/02291/FUL - Bank 20 The Town Enfield EN2 6LS
Minor modifications to the branch extract system, with the installation of new louvre grilles at ground and first floor levels.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-02
26/01726/FUL - Pavement Outside 10-14 The Town EN2 6LJ
Replacement of existing hub unit with installation of a modern, multifunction hub unit featuring an integral advertisement display and defibrillator.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-01
26/01727/ADV - Pavement Outside 10-14 The Town EN2 6LJ
Installation of internally illuminated 86 in LCD screen capable of showing illuminated static and animated displays in sequence comprising commercial and community messages on multifunction hub.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-01
26/01474/FUL - Convent 52 London Road Enfield EN2 6EN
Change of use of part ground floor from community use (Sui Generis) to 3 x self-contained residential units ( Class C3), including internal reconfiguration and minor non-structural alterations.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-05-27
26/02025/PRV - Enfield County School For Girls Holly Walk Enfield EN2 6QG
Installation of solar panels to roof.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-05-14
26/02003/CND - 1-12 St Onge Parade Southbury Road Enfield EN1 1YU
Details submitted pursuant to reference 23/03450/FUL: windows and doors drawings (5) in respect of creation of mansard roof to provide 2 self contained flats together with front, rear and side dormers
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-05-13

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A brief summary of Enfield Town in Enfield - Greater London

Property prices in Enfield Town show an average sale price of £460,263, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Enfield Town 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, Enfield Town 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 Enfield Town

In the last 24 months, 146 planning applications were submitted near Enfield Town. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 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 Enfield Town.

The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Enfield Town were outline applications (31), discharge of conditions (23), full planning applications (22).

In terms of development scale, 4 large-scale (major) developments, 3 medium-scale applications, 99 smaller schemes were submitted.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 28 applications
Refused: 5 applications
Withdrawn: 2 applications
Awaiting decision: 111 applications

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