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Planning in Bickley

Approved
79%
160 of 201 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Bickley

Bickley is a district and local government electoral ward in South East London, situated within the London Borough of Bromley, approximately 10.4 miles (16.7 km) south-east of Charing Cross. It shares borders with several areas, including Elmstead to the north and Chislehurst to the north-east, making it a well-connected location. Historically part of Kent until 1965, Bickley offers potential insights for those researching planning applications, given its diverse boundaries and proximity to other residential districts.

The area around Bickley has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bickley 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Bickley, 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, 313 planning applications were submitted near Bickley. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were tree works (60), full planning applications (48), discharge of conditions (14).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bickley?
In the last 24 months, 313 planning applications were submitted near Bickley. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bickley?
The average planning decision time near Bickley is 58 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 Bickley?
The planning approval rate near Bickley is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bickley?
The most common type of planning application near Bickley is tree works applications, with 60 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bickley?
You can search and track planning applications near Bickley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.