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Planning in Highgate

Approved
86%
32 of 36 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Highgate in the last 24 months, from Wealden District Council's planning register.

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About Highgate

Highgate is a suburban area located in north London, nestled at the north-eastern edge of Hampstead Heath. It spans three London boroughs: Haringey to the north and east, Camden to the south and west, and Islington to the south and east. Situated approximately 4.5 miles (7 km) north-north-west of Charing Cross, Highgate offers a unique blend of residential charm and accessibility, making it a pertinent location for planning applications.

Property prices in Highgate show an average sale price of £491,143, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Highgate has 24 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Highgate 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Highgate, 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, 48 planning applications were submitted near Highgate. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), tree works (10), discharge of conditions (6).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 0 were dismissed.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Highgate?
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Highgate. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Highgate?
The average planning decision time near Highgate is 64 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 Highgate?
The planning approval rate near Highgate is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Highgate?
The most common type of planning application near Highgate is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Highgate?
You can search and track planning applications near Highgate on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.