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Planning in Highgate

Approved
92%
56 of 60 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Tunbridge Wells Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Highgate

Postcode districts

TN18 88 applications in the last 12 monthsTN17 308 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

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About Highgate

Highgate is a suburban area in north London, straddling three boroughs: Haringey to the north and east, Camden to the south and west, and Islington to the south and east. Located at the north-eastern edge of Hampstead Heath, Highgate is approximately 4.5 miles (7 km) from Charing Cross, making it a key location for potential planning applications within this vibrant community.

Property prices in Highgate show an average sale price of £463,157, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Highgate 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 Highgate a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Highgate has 21 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, 71 planning applications were submitted near Highgate. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), tree works (16), discharge of conditions (11).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (67% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Highgate?
In the last 24 months, 71 planning applications were submitted near Highgate. The approval rate is 92%.
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 92%. 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 17 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.