Chelsfield, Bromley - Greater London Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Chelsfield, Bromley - Greater London.
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Planning applications in Chelsfield are administered by London Borough Of Bromley. View the full London Borough Of Bromley planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Chelsfield
Chelsfield, located in the southeast of London within the London Borough of Bromley, offers a blend of historic charm and modern development. The area features a quaint village section alongside newer residential developments near the railway station, making it an appealing location for potential planning applications. Chelsfield's strategic position south of Goddington and proximity to surrounding areas enhances its desirability for both residential and commercial projects.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £501,660 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Bromley
- Parliamentary constituency: Orpington
- LSOA: Bromley 037D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Chelsfield.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Chelsfield.
- 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 Chelsfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
34 planning applications found near Chelsfield.
- - 77 ARUNDEL DRIVE, ORPINGTON, BR6 9JQ
Demolition of existing outbuilding and entrance canopy, construction of single storey side extension, new entrance porch and elevational alterations including new windows and doors.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-05-08
View full details - - 107 WARREN ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 6JE
Demolition of existing conservatory and construction of single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-05-08
View full details - - 9 HARROW GARDENS, ORPINGTON, BR6 9WD
Single storey rear extension and elevational alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-05-04
View full details - - 3 SANDHURST ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 9HN
Proposed ground floor rear extension with patio area and raised steps. Garage conversion into habitable room and elevational alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-04-22
View full details - - 16 BEBLETS CLOSE, ORPINGTON, BR6 6LD
Oak tree in rear garden - Prune all overhanging branches by 3m. SUBJECT TO TPO 1233 (24.8.1995)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - 21 MALVERN ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 9HA
Construction of front porch and hip to gable loft conversion with rear dormer, Juliet balcony, side windows and front roof lights. LAWFUL DEVELOPMENT CERTIFICATE (PROPOSED)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - 40 DALESIDE, ORPINGTON, BR6 6EQ
Single-storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - 155 CLOONMORE AVENUE, ORPINGTON, BR6 9LN
Hip to gable loft conversion with rear dormer, side roof window and front rooflights. LAWFUL DEVELOPMENT CERTIFICATE (PROPOSED)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 60 STOWE ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 9HQ
First Floor side extension with rear Juliet balcony and elevational alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-27
View full details - - 155 CLOONMORE AVENUE, ORPINGTON, BR6 9LN
Single storey front, side and rear extension including front porch
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-27
View full details - - 2 DALESIDE, ORPINGTON, BR6 6EQ
x2 Beech trees - 2m crown reduction. SUBJECT TO TPO 1347 (18.2.1997)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - - 22 ETON ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 9HE
Proposed Single storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - 201 CHARTERHOUSE ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 9ET
Demolition of detached rear garage. Single storey front/side/rear wraparound extension including front porch.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - 7 ETON ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 9HD
Detached outbuilding to rear garden for use as hobby room
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-02-16
View full details - - 73 ARUNDEL DRIVE, ORPINGTON, BR6 9JQ
Single storey rear extension, extending beyond the rear wall of the original house by 6.00m, for which the maximum height would be 3.00m, and for which the height of the eaves would be 3.00m (42 Day N
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-02-02
View full details - - 55 ETON ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 9HD
Demolition of existing conservatory, side extension, detached garage and shed, construction of two storey side extension with first floor rear Juliet balcony, elevational alterations.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-02-02
View full details - - 177A WARREN ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 6ES
Single storey rear extension and loft conversion comprising roof alteration to provide additional accommodation within the roof space including increase of ridge height, rear dormer with Juliet balcon
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - 24 Goddington Chase, Orpington, BR6 9EA
Replacement of existing garage/store structure to side with new double garage, single storey rear elevation, loft conversion comprising rear dormer, rooflights to front and increase to ridge height ne
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-01-16
View full details - - 104 CLOONMORE AVENUE, ORPINGTON, BR6 9LW
Demolition of existing conservatory and construction of single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-01-15
View full details - - 187 CHARTERHOUSE ROAD, ORPINGTON, BR6 9ET
Demolition of single storey rear extension, construction of side/rear wraparound extension with roof lanterns.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromley | Date: 2026-01-09
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A brief summary of Chelsfield in Bromley - Greater London
Chelsfield, located in the southeast of London within the London Borough of Bromley, offers a blend of historic charm and modern development. The area features a quaint village section alongside newer residential developments near the railway station, making it an appealing location for potential planning applications. Chelsfield's strategic position south of Goddington and proximity to surrounding areas enhances its desirability for both residential and commercial projects.
Property prices in Chelsfield show an average sale price of £501,660, 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 Chelsfield a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Chelsfield includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Chelsfield
In the last 24 months, 84 planning applications were submitted near Chelsfield. Of these, 72% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 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 Chelsfield.
At 69 days on average, decisions near Chelsfield slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Chelsfield were full planning applications (58), outline applications (11), discharge of conditions (7). Full planning applications account for 69% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 6 medium-scale applications, 78 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 26 applications
- Refused: 10 applications
- Awaiting decision: 48 applications
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.