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Planning in Bexleyheath

Approved
88%
333 of 369 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Bexleyheath

Postcode districts

DA6 126 applications in the last 12 monthsDA7 305 applications in the last 12 monthsDA16 309 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: London Borough of Bexley

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About Bexleyheath

Bexleyheath, located in the London Borough of Bexley, is a significant town in southeast London, approximately 12 miles from Charing Cross. With a population of around 15,600 as of 2021, it is recognized as one of 35 major centres in the London Plan. The area encompasses several surrounding neighbourhoods, including Barnehurst, West Heath, and Upton, making it a key location for planning applications and development opportunities.

Property prices in Bexleyheath show an average sale price of £470,030, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bexleyheath 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 Bexleyheath, 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, 453 planning applications were submitted near Bexleyheath. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were outline applications (25), discharge of conditions (14), amendments (7).

9 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 8 were dismissed (11% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bexleyheath?
In the last 24 months, 453 planning applications were submitted near Bexleyheath. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bexleyheath?
The average planning decision time near Bexleyheath is 65 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 Bexleyheath?
The planning approval rate near Bexleyheath is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bexleyheath?
The most common type of planning application near Bexleyheath is outline applications, with 25 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bexleyheath?
You can search and track planning applications near Bexleyheath on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.