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Planning in Forty Hill

Approved
75%
361 of 477 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Forty Hill

Forty Hill is a predominantly residential suburb located in the northern part of the London Borough of Enfield. Bordered by Bulls Cross to the north, Enfield Town to the south, Clay Hill to the west, and Enfield Highway to the east, it offers a diverse community and potential opportunities for planning applications. Historically part of Middlesex until 1965, Forty Hill combines suburban living with easy access to surrounding areas.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Forty 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, Forty 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 Forty 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, 558 planning applications were submitted near Forty Hill. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were outline applications (40), full planning applications (18), discharge of conditions (16). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Forty Hill?
In the last 24 months, 558 planning applications were submitted near Forty Hill. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Forty Hill?
The average planning decision time near Forty Hill 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 Forty Hill?
The planning approval rate near Forty Hill is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Forty Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Forty Hill is outline applications, with 40 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Forty Hill?
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