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Planning in Friern Barnet

Approved
78%
311 of 391 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Friern Barnet

Postcode districts

N11 248 applications in the last 12 monthsN20 396 applications in the last 12 monthsN14 477 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 Friern Barnet

Friern Barnet is a suburban area located in the London Borough of Barnet, approximately 7.4 miles (11.9 km) north of Charing Cross. The area is centered around a bustling intersection of Colney Hatch Lane, Woodhouse Road, and Friern Barnet Road, making it a key hub for local planning applications and developments.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Friern 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 (May 2026). This makes Friern Barnet a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Friern 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, Friern 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 Friern 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, 449 planning applications were submitted near Friern Barnet. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (37), outline applications (29), discharge of conditions (22). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

10 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 8 were dismissed (20% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Friern Barnet?
In the last 24 months, 449 planning applications were submitted near Friern Barnet. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Friern Barnet?
The average planning decision time near Friern Barnet 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 Friern Barnet?
The planning approval rate near Friern Barnet is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Friern Barnet?
The most common type of planning application near Friern Barnet is full planning applications, with 37 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Friern Barnet?
You can search and track planning applications near Friern Barnet on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.