Bexleyheath, Bexley - Greater London Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bexleyheath, Bexley - Greater London.
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Planning applications in Bexleyheath are administered by London Borough Of Bexley. View the full London Borough Of Bexley planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
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.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £439,400 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Bexley
- Parliamentary constituency: Bexleyheath and Crayford
- LSOA: Bexley 017A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bexleyheath.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bexleyheath.
- 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 Bexleyheath based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
31 planning applications found near Bexleyheath.
- - 55 Standard Road Bexleyheath Kent DA6 8DR
Application to approve details of conditions 4 (Parking), 6 (Refuse), 7 (Cycle) and 8 (Secure by Design) pursuant to application 26/00506/FUL for Change of use from dwellinghouse (Class C3) to House o
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bexley | Date: 2026-07-08
View full details - - Premier Inn 51 Albion Road Bexleyheath Kent DA6 7AR
Application to approve details of condition 6 (Secure by Design) pursuant to application 25/00774/FUL for Alterations to fenestration of existing hotel to provide additional hotel bedrooms, reconfigur
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bexley | Date: 2026-07-02
View full details - 25/00774/FUL03 · Received: Thu 02 Jul 2026 · Validated: Thu 02 Jul 2026 - Premier Inn 51 Albion Road Bexleyheath Kent DA6 7AR
Application to approve details of condition 6 (Secure by Design) pursuant to application 25/00774/FUL for Alterations to fenestration of existing hotel to provide additional hotel bedrooms, reconfigur
Status: Undecided | Council: Bexley | Date: 2026-07-02 - - 135 Broadway Bexleyheath Kent DA6 7EZ
Application under Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 to vary condition 2 (Noise) and condition 3 (opening hours) to extend trading and noise impact of planning permission Ref: 25/006
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bexley | Date: 2026-06-12
View full details - - 8 Glengall Road Bexleyheath Kent DA7 4AL
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) for the conversion of roof space involving alterations to existing roofline, including a hip to gable enlargement, a rear dormer extension with Juliet balcony
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bexley | Date: 2026-04-17
View full details - - Delivery Office 2 Glengall Road Bexleyheath Kent DA7 4BS
Prior Approval Notification for the installation of 3 new antennas.
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Bexley | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - 1A Pickford Road Bexleyheath Kent DA7 4AT
Application to approve details of conditions 5 (First Floor Plan), 6 (Parking Permit) and 7 (Acoustic Protection) pursuant to application 22/03116/PRIORM for Notifcation of Prior Approval for the chan
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bexley | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - 1 Upton Villas Upton Road Bexleyheath Kent DA6 8LG
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) for the change of use from dwellinghouse (Class C3) to residential instituion (Class C2) providing care for up to three children.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Bexley | Date: 2026-02-02
View full details - - Westhill House Devonshire Road Bexleyheath Kent
Prior Approval for change of use from Offices (Class E) to 8 self-contained residential units (Class C3).
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Bexley | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - The Red House Red House Lane Bexleyheath Kent DA6 8JF
Works to various trees in Red House Lane Conservation Area.
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Bexley | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - 10 Avenue Road Bexleyheath Kent DA7 4ER
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) for the erection of a single storey detached outbuilding to rear garden.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bexley | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - 77 Belvedere Road Bexleyheath Kent DA7 4NY
The erection of a single storey rear extension, which would extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 6.00 metres, for which the maximum height would be 3.3 metres, and for which the height
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Bexley | Date: 2025-12-16
View full details - - The Royal Standard Public House 59 Lion Road Bexleyheath Kent DA6 8NW
Application to approve details of condition 8 (site risk assessment and remediation scheme) pursuant to application 23/00236/FUL for the construction of part one part two storey rear extension and inc
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bexley | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - Premier Inn 51 Albion Road Bexleyheath Kent DA6 7AR
Application to approve details of conditions 3 (Travel Plan) and 4 (Travel Packs) pursuant to application 25/00774/FUL for Alterations to fenestration of existing hotel to provide additional hotel bed
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bexley | Date: 2025-11-12
View full details - - 49 Royal Oak Road Bexleyheath Kent DA6 7HQ
Application under Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 to vary condition 2 (Approved Drawings) to alter windows and roof of planning permission Ref: 25/00409/FUL for the Application un
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bexley | Date: 2025-10-28
View full details - - 56A Avenue Road Bexleyheath Kent DA7 4EG
Erection of a second floor and three storey rear extension to provide 4 additional self contained residential flats with associated cycle and refuse storage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bexley | Date: 2025-09-29
View full details - - Land Rear Of Broadway House Trinity Place Bexleyheath Kent DA6 7BG
Application to approve details of condition 4 (Construction Management and Logistics Plan) pursuant to application 24/01613/FUL for the construction of 4 storey building to provide 6 new dwellings wit
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bexley | Date: 2025-09-29
View full details - - Premier Inn 51 Albion Road Bexleyheath Kent DA6 7AR
Application to approve details of condition 7 (Construction Logistics Plan) pursuant to application 25/00774/FUL for the alterations to fenestration of existing hotel to provide additional hotel bedro
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bexley | Date: 2025-09-29
View full details - - Gable At 228 Broadway Bexleyheath Kent DA6 7AU
Display of an internally illuminated digital advertisement unit.
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Bexley | Date: 2025-05-12
View full details - - 62 Nursery Avenue Bexleyheath Kent DA7 4LA
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) for the erection of a single storey rear infill extension, erection of new outbuilding following demolition of existing outbuilding.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bexley | Date: 2025-05-05
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A brief summary of Bexleyheath in Bexley - Greater London
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 £439,400, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bexleyheath a particularly low-crime area.
Bexleyheath has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Red House Lane, Parkhurst. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Bexleyheath includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Bexleyheath
In the last 24 months, 76 planning applications were submitted near Bexleyheath. Of these, 69% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 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 Bexleyheath.
The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Bexleyheath were outline applications (26), discharge of conditions (15), full planning applications (10).
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 65 smaller schemes were submitted.
6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (33% success rate).
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
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