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Planning in Upper Edmonton

Approved
77%
404 of 518 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

Decided by London Borough of EnfieldCouncil page

Around Upper Edmonton

Postcode districts

N18 461 applications in the last 12 monthsN9 597 applications in the last 12 monthsN17 501 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Enfield

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About Upper Edmonton

Upper Edmonton, located in the London Borough of Enfield, is a vibrant southern district of Edmonton, North London. Known locally as "The Angel," its main shopping area on Fore Street was named after the now-demolished Angel pub, which was removed in 1968 for North Circular Road enhancements. This area is bordered by Lower Edmonton to the north and Tottenham to the south, and it is home to the North Middlesex University Hospital, making it a key location for both residential and healthcare planning applications.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Upper Edmonton 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 Upper Edmonton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Upper Edmonton has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upper Edmonton 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 Upper Edmonton, 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, 597 planning applications were submitted near Upper Edmonton. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were outline applications (45), discharge of conditions (40), full planning applications (11). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

7 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (43% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Upper Edmonton?
In the last 24 months, 597 planning applications were submitted near Upper Edmonton. The approval rate is 77%.
How long do planning decisions take near Upper Edmonton?
The average planning decision time near Upper Edmonton is 54 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 Upper Edmonton?
The planning approval rate near Upper Edmonton is 77%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Edmonton?
The most common type of planning application near Upper Edmonton is outline applications, with 45 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Upper Edmonton?
You can search and track planning applications near Upper Edmonton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.