How many planning applications has London Borough of Bexley received?

London Borough of Bexley received 944 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 84%.

How long does London Borough of Bexley take to decide planning applications?

London Borough of Bexley takes an average of 48 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for London Borough of Bexley?

London Borough of Bexley approves 84% of planning applications. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

How do I object to a planning application in London Borough of Bexley?

To object to a London Borough of Bexley planning application, you must submit your representation to London Borough of Bexley during the public consultation period — typically 21 days from the date the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows you the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the London Borough of Bexley planning portal where objections can be submitted.

Can I appeal a London Borough of Bexley planning decision?

Yes. If London Borough of Bexley refuses your planning application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 848 appeals were lodged against London Borough of Bexley decisions in the last 24 months, with a 32% success rate.

London Borough of Bexley Planning Applications

Q: How do I search London Borough of Bexley planning applications?

You can search London Borough of Bexley planning applications by postcode on Planning Signal. Enter any postcode in the London Borough of Bexley area to see all nearby applications, filter by type, and track decisions in real time.

Search and explore London Borough of Bexley planning applications. Planning Signal is your free alternative to the London Borough of Bexley planning portal — search all recent applications, track decisions, and get alerts on new developments in the area.

Region: London

About London Borough of Bexley

The London Borough of Bexley, located in south-east London, is part of Outer London and has a population of 248,287. Key settlements within the borough include Sidcup, Erith, Bexleyheath, Belvedere, Crayford, Welling, and Old Bexley. Positioned within the Thames Gateway, Bexley is a designated area for urban regeneration, overseen by the Bexley London Borough Council, making it an important focus for planning applications and development initiatives.

Governance

Founded: 1 April 1965

Council Planning Features

Planning Applications - Browse all applications submitted to London Borough of Bexley, filterable by status, type, and size
Planning Activity Summary - Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for London Borough of Bexley
Keyword Scorecard - See how often applications in London Borough of Bexley mention key planning constraints like heritage, flood risk, and environmental concerns
Council Boundary Map - Interactive map showing the council boundary and application locations
Full Details - View complete application details, dates and decision status

Council Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £477,450 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bexley
Parliamentary constituency: Old Bexley and Sidcup
LSOA: Bexley 016A

Crime Statistics

275 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 93
anti-social-behaviour: 58
shoplifting: 48
public-order: 22
vehicle-crime: 21
other-theft: 12
burglary: 7
drugs: 6
robbery: 5
other-crime: 2
possession-of-weapons: 1

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications in London Borough of Bexley.

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 London Borough of Bexley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in London Borough of Bexley

23 towns and villages. Click any town to search for planning applications nearby.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings in the London Borough of Bexley area.

Monitoring Stations

5 flood monitoring stations near London Borough of Bexley.

Winsford Road (River Pool)
Gosshill Road (Kyd Brook)
Bishops Avenue (River Ravensbourne)
Hayes Lane (River Ravensbourne)
Catford Hill (River Ravensbourne)

A brief summary of London Borough of Bexley

The average property sale price in the London Borough of Bexley area is £477,450, based on 50 recent transactions.

The London Borough of Bexley area recorded 275 crimes in the most recent reporting period. Prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Conservation Areas

There are 23 designated conservation areas within the London Borough of Bexley area. Planning applications within or near these areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve architectural and historic character. Permitted development rights may be restricted.

Conservation areas include: Brook Street, Christ Church, Erith Riverside, Foots Cray, Halfway Street, Iron Mill Lane, Lesney Park Road, Longlands Road, North Cray Village, Oak Road, and 13 more.

The council area encompasses 23 towns and villages, including Bexley, Crayford and Erith. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search London Borough of Bexley Planning Applications

Planning Signal provides a free, fast planning search for London Borough of Bexley. Use the postcode search above to find planning applications near any address in the London Borough of Bexley area. Unlike the official London Borough of Bexley planning portal, Planning Signal lets you save searches, watch individual applications, and receive email alerts when decisions are made or new applications are submitted nearby.

Whether you're a resident checking London Borough of Bexley planning applications near your home, a homeowner tracking your own application, or a property professional monitoring the local market, Planning Signal gives you the tools to stay informed about planning and development across London Borough of Bexley.

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 944 planning applications London Borough of Bexley received. Of these, 84% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. London Borough of Bexley maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types in London Borough of Bexley were outline applications (318), discharge of conditions (151), full planning applications (146).

In terms of development scale, 28 large-scale (major) developments, 29 medium-scale applications, 779 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

848 planning appeals were lodged against London Borough of Bexley decisions, of which 247 were allowed and 520 were dismissed (32% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 159 applications
Refused: 28 applications
Withdrawn: 2 applications
Awaiting decision: 755 applications

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