A victory for residents has come as a green space will be recommended for approval as an asset of community value.

A 0.43 acre area of green space in Cricklewood outside B&Q off Cricklewood Lane, has been threatened with developments but will now be recommended to the council to be approved as an asset of community value, which will mean more notice must be given if any developments are proposed.

The proposal to sell land to build 42 flats on the space was ultimately dropped after a campaign from resident groups, along with a petition from residents and support from local councillors.

Anne Clarke, lead applicant and member of the NorthwestTwo Residents Association, said: "It is really welcome news that our green space has been recommended as an asset of community value.

"We know that this won't give it protection from development forever. However, if it is accepted we will now have a six month heads up."

The recommendation will go to the community leadership committee on November 22, having been refused twice before.

Ms Clarke added: "We are celebrating our 10th anniversary of NorthwestTwo this year by doing even more community engagement and art projects. We are looking forward to our holiday light switch-on on the green space December 8.

"It will include local schools, musicians and a light show.

"Our biggest achievement to date is the transformation of Cricklewood Station and the community garden which blooms all year long."

Cllrs Ryde and Zinkin, ward councillors for Childs Hill, said: "This is a great victory for residents by Northwest Two Residents’ Association and Cricklewood Town Team.

"It has forced the council to take seriously the important role Cricklewood Green Space plays at the heart of the community and how much residents value the only remaining green space in their town centre."