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House prices in London Borough of Bromley: average £511,670, -3.1% over 12 months (UK House Price Index, July 2026)

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has London Borough of Bromley received?
London Borough of Bromley received 5,779 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 79%.
How long does London Borough of Bromley take to decide applications?
London Borough of Bromley takes an average of 68 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 Bromley?
London Borough of Bromley approves 79% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.
How do I object to a planning application in London Borough of Bromley?
Submit your representation to London Borough of Bromley during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the London Borough of Bromley planning portal.
Can I appeal a London Borough of Bromley planning decision?
Yes. If London Borough of Bromley refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 2,776 appeals were lodged against London Borough of Bromley decisions in the last 24 months, with a 36% success rate.

Planning data sourced from London Borough of Bromley planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About London Borough of Bromley Planning Authority

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the London Borough of Bromley area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

The London Borough of Bromley, situated in the southeasternmost part of Greater London, is the largest borough in the capital and borders Surrey and Kent. With a population of 329,991 as of the 2021 census, it encompasses several districts, including Penge, Hayes, West Wickham, Chislehurst, Beckenham, and Orpington. Planning applications in the area are managed by Bromley London Borough Council, making it a key point of contact for development inquiries. The council was established in 1 April 1965.

The council area encompasses 55 towns and villages, including Beckenham, Bromley, Orpington and Penge. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, London Borough of Bromley received 5,779 planning applications. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (1,851), tree works (682), outline applications (620). 23 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2,776 planning appeals were lodged against London Borough of Bromley decisions, of which 936 were allowed and 1,648 were dismissed (36% success rate).

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for London Borough of Bromley above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the London Borough of Bromley planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.