How long do planning decisions take near Anerley?

The average planning decision time near Anerley is 57 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Anerley?

The planning approval rate near Anerley is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Anerley?

The most common type of planning application near Anerley is full planning applications, with 36 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Anerley?

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Anerley, Bromley - Greater London Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Anerley, Bromley - Greater London.

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About Anerley

Anerley is a suburb in the London Borough of Bromley, situated approximately 7 miles south-southeast of Charing Cross. Bordered by Upper Norwood to the north, Penge to the west, and Elmers End to the south, it features part of the Crystal Palace area at its northern edge. Notably, the historical Vicar's Oak, where four London boroughs converge, lies within its vicinity, making Anerley a significant location for planning applications in this diverse and interconnected part of Greater London.

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Area Information

Admin district: Bromley
Parliamentary constituency: Beckenham and Penge
LSOA: Bromley 015C

Crime Statistics

561 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 180
anti-social-behaviour: 99
vehicle-crime: 64
shoplifting: 44
criminal-damage-arson: 39
other-theft: 30
burglary: 23
drugs: 21
public-order: 21
theft-from-the-person: 12
robbery: 8
bicycle-theft: 7
possession-of-weapons: 7
other-crime: 6

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Anerley.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Anerley.

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 Anerley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Anerley.

- 113, Anerley Road , Penge, London , SE20 8AJ
Alterations to front elevation consisting of the removal of existing door opening and infilling the opening with a solid wall, the installation of new doors, and new signage. Replacement of windows an
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-23
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- 121 OAKFIELD ROAD, PENGE, LONDON, SE20 8QD
External alterations including: removal of two roller shutters and installation of new external wall panels; replacement and installation of aluminium and steel doors; replacement of front boundary ga
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-16
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- 7 TREMAINE ROAD, PENGE, LONDON, SE20 7UA
Single storey rear extension, extending beyond the rear wall of the original house by 5.51m, for which the maximum height would be 3.2m, and for which the height of the eaves would be 3m (42 Day Notif
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-03
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- Embassy Court 16 Avenue Road South Norwood London SE25 4DY
Discharge of Condition 4 (CLP) attached to planning permission 24/01878/GPDO
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: Croydon | Date: 2025-11-11
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- 1 Fonthill Close, Penge, London, SE20 8TD
The property's current use is as a residential accommodation with care, and has been so for more than 10 years. LAWFUL DEVELOPMENT CERTIFICATE (EXISTING)
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Bromley | Date: 2025-08-24
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- Rochester Court 6 Avenue Road South Norwood London SE25 4EL
T1 Cedar - cut back from building by 1-2m to reduce detritus on roof and allow more light into flats. T2 Cedar - crown lift by 1-2m measured from ground level to highway spec. (TPO 09, 1981)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Croydon | Date: 2025-04-02
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- 1 Mayfield Close, Penge, London, SE20 8EJ
Removal of existing pitched roof and addition of 4 new flats over 2 storeys with mansard/flat roof. Over cladding and adding additional insulation to existing building. Existing windows to be replaced
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2023-11-01
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A brief summary of Anerley in Bromley - Greater London

The Anerley area recorded 561 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Anerley has 9 conservation areas within its boundaries: Penge High Street, Upper Norwood Triangle, No data available for publication by HE, South Norwood, Crystal Palace Park, Gipsy Hill, Westow Hill, Church Road, Upper Norwood, Belvedere Road, Anerley. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Anerley

In the last 24 months, 93 planning applications were submitted near Anerley. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Anerley.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Anerley slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Anerley were full planning applications (36), discharge of conditions (19), outline applications (18). Full planning applications account for 39% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 90 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 38 applications
Refused: 11 applications
Withdrawn: 1 application
Awaiting decision: 43 applications

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