Hampstead, Camden - Greater London Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hampstead, Camden - Greater London.
Camden - Greater London · England · Town
About Hampstead
Hampstead is a picturesque area located approximately 4 miles northwest of Charing Cross in London, primarily within the London Borough of Camden, with a small section extending into the London Borough of Barnet. It is bordered by Highgate and Golders Green to the north and Belsize Park to the south, while the expansive Hampstead Heath parkland lies to the northeast, offering a blend of urban charm and green space that may influence local planning applications.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Camden
- Parliamentary constituency: Hampstead and Highgate
- LSOA: Camden 004D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hampstead.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hampstead.
- 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 Hampstead based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
322 planning applications found near Hampstead.
- - 20 Church Row London NW3 6UP
The proposed works are for replacing the concrete screed which was previously consented at Lower Ground Floor level and minor alterations to existing cupboard doors.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-05-13
View full details - - 17 Lindfield Gardens London NW3 6PX
REAR GARDEN: 1 x Ash (T1) - Reduce approx. 3m from the lateral spread over No. 15. 1 x London Plane (T2) - Reduce approx. 3m from the lateral spread over No. 15.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-05-08
View full details - - 31 Willoughby Road London NW3 1RT
Proposed metal grille garden finish
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-05-07
View full details - 2026/1798/P - 23 Arkwright Road London NW3 6AA
Replace rear windows at ground floor with access doors.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Planning Permission | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-05-07 - 2026/1797/P - Flat A 8 Gardnor Road London NW3 1HA
Erection of a conservatory to rear at ground floor level and removal of existing front staircase and replacement with re-configured front staircase from basement to the street level.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Planning Permission | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-05-07 - 2026/1582/L - 20 Church Row London Camden NW3 6UP
Discharge Condition 4a and 4b of application ref: 2024/2589/L dated 12/09/2024 re 'Erection of single storey rear extension at lower ground floor, replacement of windows throughout the building, and i
Status: Undecided | Type: Approval of Details (Listed Building) | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-05-07 - - 23 Arkwright Road London NW3 6AA
Replace rear windows at ground floor with access doors.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-05-06
View full details - - Flat A 8 Gardnor Road London NW3 1HA
Erection of a conservatory to rear at ground floor level and removal of existing front staircase and replacement with re-configured front staircase from basement to the street level.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-05-06
View full details - 2026/1683/P - 50 Maresfield Gardens London NW3 5RX
Details submitted in relation to condition 6 (hard and soft landscaping) of approved application 2023/3017/P (for: Replacement side extension behind new brick wall, basement extension with lightwells
Status: Undecided | Type: Approval of Details | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-05-06 - 2026/1711/P - 9 Prince Arthur Mews London NW3 1RD
2x rear dormer windows.
Status: Undecided | Type: Householder Application | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-05-05 - - 9 Thurlow Road London NW3 5PJ
REAR GARDEN: 1 x Sycamore (T1) - Reduce and shape crowns by approx. 25%, 3m to previous pruning points, cutting back to nearest suitable growing point, to leave a flowing branch line without stumps an
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - 2026/1730/T - 9 Thurlow Road London NW3 5PJ
(TPO REF: C82-T6) REAR GARDEN: 1 x Ash (T2) - Reduce and shape crowns by approx. 30%, 3m to previous pruning points, cutting back to nearest suitable growing point, to leave a flowing branch line with
Status: Undecided | Type: Application for Works to Tree(s) covered by a TPO | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-05-05 - - 9 Thurlow Road London NW3 5PJ
(TPO REF: C82-T6) REAR GARDEN: 1 x Ash (T2) - Reduce and shape crowns by approx. 30%, 3m to previous pruning points, cutting back to nearest suitable growing point, to leave a flowing branch line with
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - 2026/1700/T - 9 Thurlow Road London NW3 5PJ
REAR GARDEN: 1 x Sycamore (T1) - Reduce and shape crowns by approx. 25%, 3m to previous pruning points, cutting back to nearest suitable growing point, to leave a flowing branch line without stumps an
Status: Undecided | Type: Notification of Intended Works to Tree(s) in a Conservation Area | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-05-05 - 2026/1547/P - Frognal House 99 Frognal London NW3 6XR
Details for partial discharge of Part C of condition 20 (Air Quality Monitors) from planning application 2024/0030/P dated 24/09/2025 for 'Change of use of convent (Sui Generis) to create four residen
Status: Undecided | Type: Approval of Details | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-04-30 - 2026/1707/P - The Cottage 10 Lyndhurst Road London NW3 5PX
Rear extension, upward extension and facade alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Householder Application | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-04-30 - 2026/1643/P - Frognal House 99 Frognal London NW3 6XR
Details for discharge of condition 12 (Green Roof) and 25 (Hard and soft landscaping) from planning application 2024/0030/P dated 24/09/2025 for 'Change of use of convent (Sui Generis) to create four
Status: Undecided | Type: Approval of Details | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-04-30 - 2026/1645/L - Flat 10, Giles Building, Upper Hampstead Walk, London, NW3 1DE
Internal alterations and additions, including replacement of all internal partitions reconfiguring the planform, with new and refurbished fittings, finishes and details throughout.
Status: Undecided | Type: Listed Building Consent | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-04-30 - 2026/1696/T - 16 Lyndhurst Gardens London NW3 5NR
(TPO REF: C886 2009) REAR GARDEN: 1 x Lime (T1) - Re-pollard to previous pollard points.
Status: Undecided | Type: Application for Works to Tree(s) covered by a TPO | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-04-29 - 2026/1697/T - 1 Upper Hampstead Walk London NW3 1DE
REAR GARDEN: 1 x Portuguese Laurel (T1) - Crown reduce and shape by 30%, reducing branch length by approx. 1.5m - 2m back to suitable growth points.
Status: Undecided | Type: Notification of Intended Works to Tree(s) in a Conservation Area | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-04-29
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A brief summary of Hampstead in Camden - Greater London
Hampstead is a picturesque area located approximately 4 miles northwest of Charing Cross in London, primarily within the London Borough of Camden, with a small section extending into the London Borough of Barnet. It is bordered by Highgate and Golders Green to the north and Belsize Park to the south, while the expansive Hampstead Heath parkland lies to the northeast, offering a blend of urban charm and green space that may influence local planning applications.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Hampstead a particularly low-crime area.
Hampstead has 17 conservation areas within its boundaries: Alexandra Road, St Johns Wood, South Hill Park, Elsworthy, South Hampstead, Hampstead, St John's Wood, Parkhill, Redington Frognall, Mansfield, Eton, West End Green, Hampstead Village (Heath Passage), Priory Road, Fitzjohns Netherhall, Hampstead Garden Suburb, Belsize Park. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Hampstead includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hampstead Heath Woods SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Hampstead
In the last 24 months, 366 planning applications were submitted near Hampstead. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 14 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hampstead may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 14 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Hampstead were tree works (89), full planning applications (29), listed building and heritage (15). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
9 planning appeals were lodged, of which 7 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (78% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.