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Planning in Coldblow

Approved
90%
91 of 99 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

Decided by London Borough of BexleyCouncil page

Around Coldblow

Postcode districts

DA5 260 applications in the last 12 monthsDA1 459 applications in the last 12 monthsDA2 232 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 Coldblow

Coldblow is a village situated in South East London, within the London Borough of Bexley. Positioned to the southeast of Bexleyheath and southwest of Dartford, it lies close to the boundary with Kent, making it a notable area for potential planning applications and development projects in the region.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Coldblow 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 (September 2026). This makes Coldblow a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Coldblow has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Coldblow 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 Coldblow, 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, 135 planning applications were submitted near Coldblow. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were outline applications (5), full planning applications (3), tree works (3).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Coldblow?
In the last 24 months, 135 planning applications were submitted near Coldblow. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Coldblow?
The average planning decision time near Coldblow is 59 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 Coldblow?
The planning approval rate near Coldblow is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Coldblow?
The most common type of planning application near Coldblow is outline applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Coldblow?
You can search and track planning applications near Coldblow on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.