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Planning in Beckenham

Approved
78%
327 of 411 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Beckenham in the last 24 months, from London Borough of Bromley's planning register.

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About Beckenham

Beckenham is a vibrant town located in Greater London, within the London Borough of Bromley, just 8.4 miles southeast of Charing Cross. Formerly part of Kent until 1965, Beckenham is bordered by Elmers End to the north, Penge to the east, and Bromley to the west. With a population of 60,739 as of 2021, it presents various opportunities for planning applications in residential, commercial, and community developments.

Property prices in Beckenham show an average sale price of £580,645, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Beckenham area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Beckenham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Beckenham has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Beckenham planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Beckenham, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 484 planning applications were submitted near Beckenham. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (190), tree works (79), outline applications (69). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

8 planning appeals were lodged, of which 4 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Beckenham?
In the last 24 months, 484 planning applications were submitted near Beckenham. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Beckenham?
The average planning decision time near Beckenham is 71 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 Beckenham?
The planning approval rate near Beckenham is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Beckenham?
The most common type of planning application near Beckenham is full planning applications, with 190 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Beckenham?
You can search and track planning applications near Beckenham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.