Enfield LPA BNG

Enfield, located in North London, is one of the capital’s largest and most ecologically diverse boroughs, combining urban centres, green belt countryside, river valleys, and historic parkland. Covering approximately 82 square kilometres, the borough includes key areas such as Enfield Town, Edmonton, Southgate, and Palmers Green. Enfield boasts over 900 hectares of green space, including woodlands, wetlands, grasslands, and farmland that contribute significantly to London’s biodiversity network.

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Aligned with the Environment Act 2021, Enfield Council requires most development proposals to achieve a minimum of 10% Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG). This can be delivered through on-site habitat creation or enhancement, purchase of off-site biodiversity units, or contributions to the borough’s ecological networks and nature recovery initiatives.

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Enfield spans the Northern Thames Basin National Character Area. Its landscape is shaped by key features such as the River Lee, New River, and expansive areas of green belt and public open space. These support a broad range of priority habitats and species, from grassland butterflies and wetland birds to bats and amphibians.

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The borough's mix of high-density urban areas and rural fringe provides varied opportunities for BNG. In urban locations, enhancements may focus on green infrastructure like green roofs, street trees, and SuDS, while in rural areas, hedgerow planting, woodland creation, and wetland restoration are more prominent.

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For developers, landowners, and planning professionals working in Enfield, it is essential to understand the borough’s diverse ecological assets and planning policy. Our team offers full support for BNG delivery, including habitat surveys, metric assessments, and on-site and off-site strategy design.

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To learn more or receive updates about BNG units and schemes in the area, get in touch with us.