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31 in the last 90 days5 in the last 303 in the last 1482% approved
Applications within 1km of the centre of Blackfen · updated daily
Postcode districts in Blackfen
- 15 And 15A The Oval Sidcup Kent DA15 9ER
Erection of a single storey rear extension following demolition of existing stock rooms and conversion of roof space including rear dormer extension and rooflights to front roofslope to a provide self-contained studio flat including continuation of the external stair access to serve the new upper-floor accommodation.
Pending940m awayReceived 12 Oct 202626/01871/FUL - 246, Blackfen Road, DA15 8PW
Erection of a single storey rear extension following demolition of existing outbuilding.
Pending640m awayAll OtherReceived 8 Oct 202626/01819/FUL - 73, Norfolk Crescent, DA15 8HN
Erection of a single storey side / rear extension.
Pending750m awayAll OtherReceived 6 Oct 202626/01861/FUL - 14 RENNETS CLOSE, ELTHAM, LONDON, SE9 2NQ
Construction of a part two storey/part first floor side extension, first floor rear extension, de...
Pending490m awayReceived 28 Sep 202626/2715/HD - 268 Northumberland Avenue Welling Kent DA16 2QG
Change of use from dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) to children's day nursery (Use Class E(f)) including internal alterations, installation of front and side rooflights and alterations to rear boundary walls.
Pending970m awayReceived 17 Sep 202626/01727/FUL
Planning data sourced from Bexley - Greater London council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
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Blackfen is a district in South East London, situated within the London Borough of Bexley. Located north of Sidcup and south of Welling, it has a rich history dating back to its time in the historic county of Kent before Greater London was established in 1965. This area may offer diverse planning opportunities, given its residential character and proximity to key transport links.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Blackfen 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 (July 2026). This makes Blackfen a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Blackfen has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Blackfen 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 Blackfen, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.
In the last 24 months, 362 planning applications were submitted near Blackfen. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.
The most common types were outline applications (29), full planning applications (23), discharge of conditions (9).
4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (0% success rate).