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Planning in Highbury

Approved
84%
846 of 951 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Highbury

Postcode districts

N5 284 applications in the last 12 monthsN7 395 applications in the last 12 monthsN1 1,371 applications in the last 12 monthsN4 463 applications in the last 12 monthsEC1V 170 applications in the last 12 monthsW4 984 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Islington

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About Highbury

Highbury is a vibrant area located in North London, within the London Borough of Islington. Known for its residential charm and community spirit, it offers a mix of green spaces, local amenities, and a variety of housing options, making it an important focus for planning applications in the region.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Highbury 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 Highbury, 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, 1,354 planning applications were submitted near Highbury. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (132), tree works (94), discharge of conditions (35). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

36 planning appeals were lodged, of which 11 were allowed and 25 were dismissed (31% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Highbury?
In the last 24 months, 1,354 planning applications were submitted near Highbury. The approval rate is 84%.
How long do planning decisions take near Highbury?
The average planning decision time near Highbury is 58 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 Highbury?
The planning approval rate near Highbury is 84%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Highbury?
The most common type of planning application near Highbury is full planning applications, with 132 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Highbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Highbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.