How long do planning decisions take near Upper Edmonton?

The average planning decision time near Upper Edmonton is 51 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 76%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 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 42 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Upper Edmonton?

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Upper Edmonton, Enfield - Greater London Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upper Edmonton, Enfield - Greater London.

Enfield - Greater London · England · settlement

Planning applications in Upper Edmonton are administered by London Borough Of Enfield. View the full London Borough Of Enfield planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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.

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Area Information

Admin district: Enfield
Parliamentary constituency: Edmonton and Winchmore Hill
LSOA: Enfield 037A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upper Edmonton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Upper Edmonton.

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 Upper Edmonton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

67 planning applications found near Upper Edmonton.

26/02616/FUL - Laundry Site Brettenham Road London N18 2HE
Creation of second floor, involving first floor height increase, roller shutters to front elevation and pv panels with roof lights to roof, ancillary to the main use.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-07-02
26/02702/CEA - 17 Fairfield Road London N18 2QP
Conversion of Use Class C4 (HMO - house in multiple occupancy) to Use Class C3(b) (up to 5 people living together as a single household and receiving care) including cycle storage.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-25
- 17 Fairfield Road London N18 2QP
Conversion of Use Class C4 (HMO - house in multiple occupancy) to Use Class C3(b) (up to 5 people living together as a single household and receiving care) including cycle storage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-25
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26/02409/CEA - 10 Hester Road London N18 2RQ
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-24
26/02426/CEA - 44 Felixstowe Road London N9 0DU
Rear dormer with rear outrigger dormer with front rooflights and window on outrigger at side.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-24
26/02633/CND - Raynham Primary School Raynham Avenue London N18 2JQ
Details submitted pursuant to reference 26/01309/FUL: detailed drawings of the proposed doors and windows (4) in respect of replacement of existing windows and doors at North, South and East elevation
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-19
26/02634/CND - Brettenham Primary School Brettenham Road London N18 2ET
Details submitted pursuant to reference 26/01310/FUL: detailed drawings of the proposed doors and windows (4) in respect of replacement of windows and doors with decoration of windows and doors covere
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-19
26/02408/FUL - Laundry Site Brettenham Road London N18 2HE
First floor rear extension with creation of second floor, additional windows and roof lights, ancillary to the main use.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-18
26/02548/CEA - 28 Alston Road London N18 2LB
Single storey rear extension, rear dormer and dormer to rear outrigger.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-16
- 28 Alston Road London N18 2LB
Single storey rear extension, rear dormer and dormer to rear outrigger.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-16
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26/02449/PRH - 28 Alston Road London N18 2LB
Single-storey rear extension 6m deep x 3m high (3m high to eaves).
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-10
- 28 Alston Road London N18 2LB
Single-storey rear extension 6m deep x 3m high (3m high to eaves).
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-10
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26/02346/CND - Upton Road And Raynham Road London N18 2LJ
Details submitted pursuant to reference 24/03918/VAR: secured by design accreditation (25) in respect of material amendment to 21/04271/RE4 and relevant conditions comprising the following: Removal of
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-04
26/02339/PRH - 82 Kings Road London N18 2PN
Single-storey rear extension 6m deep x 3m high (3m high to eaves) and single-storey infill extension 4.017m deep x 3m high (3m high to eaves).
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-04
- 82 Kings Road London N18 2PN
Single-storey rear extension 6m deep x 3m high (3m high to eaves) and single-storey infill extension 4.017m deep x 3m high (3m high to eaves).
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-06-04
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26/02023/CND - Upton Road And Raynham Road London N18 2LJ
Details submitted pursuant to reference 24/03918/VAR for Restriction on construction within 5m of water main (45) in respect of the Material amendment to 21/04271/RE4.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-05-14
26/02024/CND - Upton Road And Raynham Road London N18 2LJ
PARTIAL DISCHARGE (Prior to commencement of Phase 2): Details submitted pursuant to reference 24/03918/VAR for cycle parking (19)-in respect of the Material amendment to 21/04271/RE4.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-05-14
26/02020/CND - Upton Road And Raynham Road London N18 2LJ
Details submitted pursuant to reference 24/03918/VAR for Site wide phasing strategy (54) in respect of the Material amendment to 21/04271/RE4.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-05-14
26/01915/CND - Upton Road And Raynham Road London N18 2LJ
PARTIAL DISCHARGE - Details submitted pursuant to reference 24/03918/VAR for Overheating-Compliance Statement (57 Part A) in respect of the Material amendment to 21/04271/RE4.
Status: Undecided | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-05-08
- Upton Road And Raynham Road London N18 2LJ
PARTIAL DISCHARGE - Details submitted pursuant to reference 24/03918/VAR for Circular Economy Assessment Report (39 Part A) in respect of the Material amendment to 21/04271/RE4.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Enfield | Date: 2026-05-08
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A brief summary of Upper Edmonton in Enfield - Greater London

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Upper Edmonton a particularly low-crime area.

Upper Edmonton has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Upper Edmonton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Walthamstow Reservoirs SSSI; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Lee Valley; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Lee Valley. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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.

Planning Activity in Upper Edmonton

In the last 24 months, 146 planning applications were submitted near Upper Edmonton. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 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 Upper Edmonton.

The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Upper Edmonton were outline applications (42), discharge of conditions (39), full planning applications (14).

In terms of development scale, 3 large-scale (major) developments, 1 medium-scale application, 118 smaller schemes were submitted.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 34 applications
Refused: 9 applications
Withdrawn: 2 applications
Awaiting decision: 101 applications

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