Planning Applications in
Enfield
Enfield has a population of approximately 327434 and is part of the London region. Search any postcode in Enfield to see recent planning applications near you — including extensions, new builds, demolitions, and change of use applications.
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Based on 149 applications tracked between 2025-05-08 and 2026-02-10.
Householder
43% of all applications
Full
26% of all applications
Change of Use
11% of all applications
Tree Works
7% of all applications
Demolition
7% of all applications
Conditions
3% of all applications
Enfield Planning Statistics
Data period: 2025-05-08 to 2026-02-10 · Updated 13 March 2026
Planning Battles in Enfield
Notable planning controversies and disputes that have shaped development in the Enfield area.
Whitewebbs Park Development
2023Council granted Tottenham Hotspur 25-year lease for half of 125-acre ancient woodland public park for women's academy and training facility (clubhouse, 11 pitches, parking). Campaigners (Guardians of Whitewebbs) opposed citing biodiversity, ancient trees, Green Belt. Judicial review failed February 2024 but campaigners won permission for second challenge in February 2026.
Why this matters: Shows how sports club development can impact public green space. Green Belt and ancient woodland protection at stake.
500-Year-Old Oak Felling
2025Consultants deemed 500-year-old pedunculate oak in Whitewebbs a safety risk (decay) and it was felled April 2025. Campaigners called it 'crime against nature'. Council leader labeled it 'outrage' and pursued legal options. Petition with thousands of signatures.
Why this matters: Ancient tree removal can happen quickly. Shows importance of monitoring tree work applications.
Ponders End Flats Development
2025Residents protested 5-storey block of flats, urging council to reject due to local character, traffic, overdevelopment concerns.
Why this matters: Typical density/character tension in London suburbs.
Major Developments to Watch in Enfield
Large-scale projects and developments that are shaping the future of Enfield.
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What Makes Planning in Enfield Different
- Council's own leader called oak felling 'outrage'. Second High Court challenge pending April 2026. Enfield RoadWatch active since 2015 protesting tree works.
Population 327,434 (2024). Area 82.20 km². Density 3,983/km². One of London's more suburban boroughs.
Key Areas in Enfield
North London borough with major green spaces under development pressure. High density residential areas. Tottenham Hotspur expansion interest.
Recent Planning Applications in Enfield
Latest applications submitted to Enfield council.
Single storey rear extension 4.5m deep x 3.1m high (3m high to eaves).
25 Ridge Avenue London N21 2RJ
Detail submitted pursuant to reference 25/03792/FUL for Cycle parking(4) Car parking (5) and Refuse storage (6) in respect of the change of use from Use Class C3 (dwelling house) to Use Class C4 (house in multiple occupation - HMO) (RETROSPECTIVE).
176 Durants Road Enfield EN3 7DF
Details submitted pursuant to reference 22/00804/FUL: refuse storage(5),solar panels (9), M4(2)(14) and potable water (15) in respect of demolition of existing block of garages and redevelopment of site with 2Nos. 3-storey terrace dwellinghouses and solar panels on roof.
Garages Dysons Road London N18 2DJ
Details submitted pursaunt to reference 25/02859/FUL for refuse storage (4) in respect of the change of use from Use Class C3 (dwelling house) to Use Class C4 (HMO-house in multiple occupation), single storey rear extension, rear dormer involving 2x rooflights to front, with associated amenity, cycle and refuse storage.
403 Lincoln Road Enfield EN3 4AG
Details submitted pursuant to reference 25/03304/HOU for Sustainable Drainage Strategy (4) in respect of the part single, part 2 storey side and rear extensions.
19 Forestdale London N14 7DY
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Data Sources
- Planning application data: planning.data.gov.uk
- Enfield council planning portal — planningandbuildingcontrol.enfield.gov.uk
- Planning Inspectorate (PINS) appeal decisions
- Data last refreshed: 13 March 2026