How long do planning decisions take near Tufnell Park?

The average planning decision time near Tufnell Park is 49 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 Tufnell Park?

The planning approval rate near Tufnell Park is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Tufnell Park?

The most common type of planning application near Tufnell Park is tree works applications, with 71 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Tufnell Park?

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Tufnell Park, Camden - Greater London Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Tufnell Park, Camden - Greater London.

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About Tufnell Park

Tufnell Park is a vibrant area located in north London, straddling the boroughs of Islington and Camden. Known for its residential charm and community spirit, it presents a range of planning opportunities, making it a noteworthy consideration for those researching development and property applications in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Islington
Parliamentary constituency: Islington North
LSOA: Islington 002A

Crime Statistics

1,398 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 370
violent-crime: 326
shoplifting: 111
other-theft: 98
theft-from-the-person: 96
vehicle-crime: 89
drugs: 63
public-order: 63
criminal-damage-arson: 58
burglary: 50
robbery: 34
possession-of-weapons: 14
other-crime: 14
bicycle-theft: 12

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Tufnell Park.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Tufnell Park.

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 Tufnell Park based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

91 planning applications found near Tufnell Park.

2026/1813/P - Flat 3 Apollo Studios Charlton King's Road London NW5 2SB
Certificate of lawfulness (existing) for continuous use as residential unit (Class C3) for a period exceeding 4 years.
Status: Undecided | Type: Certificate of Lawfulness (Existing) | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-05-07
- Flat 3 Apollo Studios Charlton King's Road London NW5 2SB
Certificate of lawfulness (existing) for continuous use as residential unit (Class C3) for a period exceeding 4 years.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-05-06
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2026/1753/P - Unit 1 & 2 Apollo Studios Charlton King's Road London NW5 2SB
Variation of Condition 2 (Approved Plans) and removal of Condition 4 (Cycle Storage Details) of planning reference 2023/0339/P dated 28/02/24 for change of use from office (Class E) to provide 1x 4-be
Status: Undecided | Type: Variation or Removal of Condition(s) | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-05-05
- 75, Carleton Road, London, N7 0ET
Lime T1 (10M, 600mm dia.) - Fell. In poor, deteriorating condition and located close to the house and neighboring property. Lime T2 (16M, 450mm dia.) - Trim the tree’s crown back to the most recent re
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Islington | Date: 2026-04-28
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- 235, Hungerford Road, London, N7 9LD
Replacement of existing uPVC windows to ground floor rear elevation with aluminium-framed windows, installation of bi-fold doors and alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Islington | Date: 2026-04-21
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- 48, Anson Road, London
1) Ash: Remove any dead and defective branchwood; general tidy of remaining crown by removing internal epicormic growth and reducing any over-extended regrowth by up to 1 metre. 2) Cherry overhanging
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Islington | Date: 2026-04-21
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2026/1536/P - 176 - 178 York Way London N1 0AZ
Application to vary Condition 2 (Approved Plans) of Planning Permission ref: P2024/0844/FUL dated 13/02/2026, which approved the following: Demolition of existing buildings and erection of a buildi
Status: Undecided | Type: Request for Observations to Adjoining Borough | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-04-20
2026/1549/T - 112 Torriano Avenue London NW5 2SD
FRONT GARDEN: 1 x Holly (T1) - Coppice at ground level to regenerate hedge.
Status: Undecided | Type: Notification of Intended Works to Tree(s) in a Conservation Area | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-04-20
- 112 Torriano Avenue London NW5 2SD
FRONT GARDEN: 1 x Holly (T1) - Coppice at ground level to regenerate hedge.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-04-20
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2026/1067/P - 26 Leverton Street London NW5 2PJ
Details of condition 4 (Materials) relating to planning permission 2025/2910/P dated 20/02/2026 for ground floor rear extension and internal refurbishment of the property.
Status: Undecided | Type: Approval of Reserved Matters | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-04-16
2026/1458/T - 16 Leverton Street London NW5 2PJ
REAR GARDEN: 1 x Fig (T1) - Remove the large secondary rear stem back to the main trunk. Crown reduce the remaining stem by 1.2m. Crown thin by 20%. Remove trunk and basal growth.
Status: Undecided | Type: Notification of Intended Works to Tree(s) in a Conservation Area | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-04-15
2026/1437/T - 33 Countess Road London NW5 2XH
REAR GARDEN: 1 x Purple Plum (T1) - Fell to ground level. 1 x Olive (T2) - Trim by approx. 1m to tidy.
Status: Undecided | Type: Notification of Intended Works to Tree(s) in a Conservation Area | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-04-14
2026/1450/P - 40 Leighton Road London NW5 2QE
Partial discharge for details pursuant to Condition 3 (Parts A and C) for application 2024/5150/P (dated 30/12/2024) for 'Erection of a first floor rear extension with rear window, new window and gree
Status: Undecided | Type: Approval of Details | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-04-14
- 16 Leverton Street London NW5 2PJ
REAR GARDEN: 1 x Fig (T1) - Remove the large secondary rear stem back to the main trunk. Crown reduce the remaining stem by 1.2m. Crown thin by 20%. Remove trunk and basal growth.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-04-14
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- 33 Countess Road London NW5 2XH
REAR GARDEN: 1 x Purple Plum (T1) - Fell to ground level. 1 x Olive (T2) - Trim by approx. 1m to tidy.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-04-14
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2026/1302/T - 29 Montpelier Grove London NW5 2XE
REAR GARDEN: 1 x Lime (Tilia spp.) (T1) - Fell to ground level. All works to be undertaken in accordance with BS39982010 - Tree Work Recommendations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Notification of Intended Works to Tree(s) in a Conservation Area | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-04-09
- 7 Dalmeny Road, London, N7 0HG
Installation of an external air source heat pump (ASHP) unit and roof-mounted photovoltaic (PV) solar panels.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Islington | Date: 2026-04-02
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- Garden Flat, 53 Anson Road, London, N7 0AR
T1 Ailanthus altissima Prune back to most recent reduction points to contain crown and root-activity
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Islington | Date: 2026-04-01
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2026/1206/P - Flat 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Floor 48 Falkland Road London NW5 2XA
Replacement of existing PVC windows with timber sash windows. Replacement of PVC French doors with timber French doors.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full Planning Permission | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-03-26
2026/1120/P - 14 Montpelier Grove London NW5 2XD
Erection of a single storey side and rear extension, creation of a first floor rear roof terrace with associated balustrades, replacement of front and rear dormers, a rear rooflight and a first floor
Status: Undecided | Type: Householder Application | Council: Camden | Date: 2026-03-23

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A brief summary of Tufnell Park in Camden - Greater London

The Tufnell Park area recorded 1398 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Tufnell Park has 17 conservation areas within its boundaries: Primrose Hill, Dartmouth Park, Kelly Street, Harmood Street, Inkerman, Camden Square, No data available for publication by HE, Regent's Canal, Camden Broadway, Jeffrey's Street, Rochester, Bartholomew Estate, Highgate Village, Kentish Town, Holly Lodge Estate, West Kentish Town, Camden Town. 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.

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Planning Activity in Tufnell Park

In the last 24 months, 246 planning applications were submitted near Tufnell Park. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Tufnell Park.

The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Tufnell Park were tree works (71), full planning applications (52), discharge of conditions (18). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 5 medium-scale applications, 160 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 25 applications
Refused: 5 applications
Withdrawn: 1 application
Awaiting decision: 212 applications

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