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Planning in Gospel Oak

Approved
90%
643 of 687 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

Decided by London Borough of CamdenCouncil page

Around Gospel Oak

Postcode districts

NW5 331 applications in the last 12 monthsNW3 1,450 applications in the last 12 monthsN19 262 applications in the last 12 monthsNW1 947 applications in the last 12 monthsN6 634 applications in the last 12 monthsN7 395 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Camden

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About Gospel Oak

Gospel Oak is a vibrant area in the London Borough of Camden, situated at the southern edge of Hampstead Heath. Bordered by Hampstead, Dartmouth Park, Kentish Town, and Belsize Park, it spans the NW5 and NW3 postcodes. The neighbourhood is conveniently served by Gospel Oak station on the London Overground, making it an appealing location for potential planning applications and developments.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Gospel Oak 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 Gospel Oak a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Gospel Oak has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Gospel Oak 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 Gospel Oak, 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, 875 planning applications were submitted near Gospel Oak. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were tree works (38), full planning applications (36), discharge of conditions (7).

14 planning appeals were lodged, of which 4 were allowed and 10 were dismissed (29% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Gospel Oak?
In the last 24 months, 875 planning applications were submitted near Gospel Oak. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Gospel Oak?
The average planning decision time near Gospel Oak is 59 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 Gospel Oak?
The planning approval rate near Gospel Oak is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Gospel Oak?
The most common type of planning application near Gospel Oak is tree works applications, with 38 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Gospel Oak?
You can search and track planning applications near Gospel Oak on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.